GNUR 403 Interpersonal Communications focuses on the development of self-awareness, increased understanding of others and development of effective interpersonal communication skills all of which can be used in a variety of care giving contexts. Students will be encouraged to reflect on the impact of their own communication choices and patterns. They will have opportunity to develop and use communication techniques that demonstrate personal awareness, respect and active listening skills. Students will have an opportunity to examine and utilize problem solving and critical thinking techniques as well as define and apply best practices related to crucial conversations.
Prerequisites: None
Corequisite: None
Crosslisted: None
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | 3.00 |
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| Total Hours | 45 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 3 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- examine the characteristics and qualities that lead to effective interpersonal communication.
- model effective interpersonal communication skills.
- utilize critical thinking, reflective listening and effective reasoning skills;
analyze the relationship between self-awareness, self-esteem and perception as they relate to personal communication choices and patterns.
- make use of self-reflection and self-appraisal techniques in order to enhance one’s communication skills.
- define high stakes communication and recognize when a conversation has become crucial.
- define high stakes communication and recognize when a conversation has become crucial.
- model an environment of trust, confidentiality, and open dialogue.
Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
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Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.