ComS 221 Theories of Instructional Communication
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Knowledge:
- To know significant authors, theories, and methodologies relevant
to creating
knowledge in instructional communication
- To
create knowledge about the nature of communication in a variety of
instructional
settings
- To know the dominate research in an area of instructional
communication
that is most significant to you.
Values/Attitudes:
- To
appreciate the breadth and interdisciplinary nature of research in
instructional
theory
- To
assess the value of research in instructional communication,
particularly
in the field of communication studies
- To
appreciate the complexity of the instructional context
- To
be intellectually curious and energetic
Skills:
- To
critique existing theory in ways that uncover its nature
- To
develop the ability to uncover the heuristics of theory
- To
apply ideas presented in readings and discussion to instruct colleagues
in what you are learning
- To
use theory to reflect in your experience in the classroom as a learner
and teacher
- To
identify your own philosophical positions regarding the nature of,
purpose
of, and processes of instruction in various contexts.