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CO 0620 |
Introduction to Mass
Media |
3 Credit Hours |
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None |
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This course is an
introduction to different forms of mass media-newspaper, magazines, books,
radio, recordings, television, motion pictures and others. It is designed to
give students an understanding of the media’s role in society, problems with
media today, possible solutions to those problems, current media practices,
mass media theory, ethics, and the media and social problems. |
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CO 0635 |
Introduction to
Advertising |
3 Credit Hours |
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Prerequisite: |
None |
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This course examines strategies,
techniques, and principles behind effective advertising including planning,
targeting, media selection and buying, strategy and design. |
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CO 0637 |
Introduction to Public
Relations |
3 Credit Hours |
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Prerequisite: |
None |
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This course introduces
students to the public relations industry from management and practitioner
standpoints. It focuses on developing
skills and knowledge required to be a successful public relations
practitioner. |
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CO 0645 |
Debate I |
2 Credit Hours |
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None |
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This course is
designed specifically for the student who is interested in competitive
debating. The course will provide concise discussion of principles of debate
and ample opportunities for practical application of these principles. |
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CO 0647 |
Debate II |
2 Credit Hours |
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None |
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This course is
designed specifically for the student who is interested in competitive
debating. The course will provide concise discussion of principles of debate
and ample opportunities for practical application of these principles. |
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CO 0647 |
Forensics I |
1 Credit Hour |
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None |
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This course explores
various events for intercollegiate forensic competition. The student will
select two or more events to prepare for competition. The student is required
to participate in intercollegiate competition as scheduled. The course may be repeated for credit.
Offers students experience in intercollegiate speech competition. Student’s
research, prepares, practice, and perform at college tournaments in a variety
of interpretive and/or public speaking events. Participation in forensics
will build research and organization skills as well as public speaking and
performance skills. Credit hours awarded are determined by tournament
participation and the number of events prepared for competition by the
student. |
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CO 1560 |
Fundamentals of Speech |
3 Credit Hours |
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Prerequisite: |
None |
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A basic study of
communication theory and its practical application at all levels: intrapersonal (understanding the self),
interpersonal (one-to-one relationships and small group interaction), and public
speaking. Students examine factors
that influence the development of the self-concept and interpersonal
relationships, participate in problem-solving panel discussions, deliver
informative and persuasive speeches, and improve their critical listening and
thinking skills. |
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CO 1563 |
Critical Thinking and
Argumentation |
3 Credit Hours |
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Prerequisite: |
CO 1560 Fundamentals of Speech or consent of
instructor |
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This course is an introduction
to the basic theory of argument and persuasion. Students learn how to think
in a clear and logical manner, analyze information critically, formulate
persuasive arguments, and deliver those arguments effectively, both in oral
and in written forms. Students learn how to make claims, provide evidence,
explore underlying assumptions, and analyze counter-points. |
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