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Communication: CMM 110 GROUP DECISION MAKING   Communication processes for small decision-making groups. Focus is on the development of general competencies in leadership, group roles, conflict management, agenda setting, problem analysis and research, decision making and critical thinking. CMM 111 INFORMATIVE PUBLIC SPEAKING   Communication processes for presenting information in a public speaking context. Focus is on the development of general competencies in development and organization of ideas, research, adaptation to an audience, use of PowerPoint, and delivery. CMM 112 PERSUASIVE PUBLIC SPEAKING   Communication processes for persuading listeners in a public speaking context. Focus is on the development of general competencies in the construction and organization of persuasive strategies, critical evaluation of arguments and evidence, research, adaptation to an audience, use of PowerPoint, and delivery. CMM 113 INTERVIEWING   Communication processes for information gathering and employment interviewing. Focus is on the development of general competencies in the conduct and organization of interviews, preparation of resumes, evaluation of questions and responses, research, listening, and nonverbal communication. CMM 201 FOUNDATIONS OF MASS COMMUNICATION   Historical development of mass media in America; survey of mass media theories, impact of mass media on people and society, the role and influence of the news media, new technologies, programming, and pressure groups. CMM 202 FOUNDATIONS OF COMMUNICATION THEORIES AND RESEARCH   Study of the nature and scope of communication theories and research. Examination of how the communication discipline developed from classical traditions to its modern perspective. CMM 310 VOICE AND DICTION   The four phases of speech production: proper breathing, phonation, resonance, and articulation. Emphasis on projection, quality and clarity of speech. Analysis of students' voices through tape recordings. CMM 311 STUDIES IN ORAL PERFORMANCE   Oral performance of poetry, prose, and drama; combining study of vocal modulations, pitch, inflection, and tone color with intellectual and emotional analysis of selections as a means of making the literature alive and immediately present. CMM 312 LISTENING THEORY AND APPLICATION   Study of theories and related application during comprehensive, discriminate, empathic, and appreciative listening; emphasis on listening competently and responsibly. CMM 313 NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION   Survey of theory and research in nonverbal behavior. Examination of the influence of environmental factors, physical behavior, and vocal cues on human communication. CMM 314 DIMENSIONS OF BRITISH COMMUNICATION   Exploration of mass media, public relations, interpersonal communication, political communication, theatre and other communication subfields in the British context. This course will be offered only through a UD study abroad program. CMM 315 INTERNATIONAL MASS MEDIA   Focus on the mass media of a particular foreign country or region of the world. Topics may include media content, use, societal effects and ownership. CMM 320 INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION   Study of communication behavior in a variety of dyadic relationships including acquaintance, friendship, work, romantic, and family. Focus on communicative behavior and communicative processes in relationship development including building trust, managing conflict, negotiating power, and listening empathetically. CMM 321 SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION   Examination of theory and research related to communicative processes in small, task-oriented groups. Applications include a focus upon decision-making strategies, leadership, conflict management, and cohesion. CMM 322 INTERVIEWING FOR COMMUNICATION AND BUSINESS   Analysis of communication in structured dyadic interaction. Emphasis on the following types of interviews: information-gathering, employment, appraisal, and persuasive. Application through role-playing and feedback systems. CMM 330 MEDIA WRITING   Developing and practicing writing skills for journalism, public relations, and electronic media. Study and practice of ethics in determining news values, gathering information, and communicating clearly and accurately for mass audiences. AP style emphasized. Studio fee. CMM 331 FEATURE WRITING   Developing and writing nonfiction stories for newspapers and magazines. Story types include personality profile, color, background, consumer, and commentary. Study and practice in journalistic reporting skills and literary writing techniques. Emphasis on content, organization, style, and accuracy. Strong command of AP style necessary. CMM 332 PUBLICATION DESIGN   Layout and design of print and electronic publications, including newsletters, brochures, and web-based publications. Instruction in desktop and web publishing software, use of type and illustration, cost appraisal, printing methods. Studio fee. CMM 333 FREE-LANCE WRITING   Steps of free-lance publication, from market analysis to query letters to writing and rewriting. Mostly nonfiction, magazine markets, some newspaper and nonfiction book markets. CMM 334 SPORTSWRITING   In addition to game stories, attention is also paid to writing about personalities, legal issues, and financial issues on the interscholastic, intercollegiate, amateur, and professional levels. Strong writing skills and knowledge of journalistic style expected. CMM 340 FUNDAMENTALS OF BROADCASTING   Survey of broadcasting, with emphasis on television and radio networks, programming, regulation, audience measurement, audience effects, and technology. Although attention is given both to the origins and future of the field, contemporary broadcasting is emphasized. CMM 341 AUDIO PRODUCTION   Study of the theories, processes, and technologies of audio production practices that can be applied in radio, television, and multimedia production. Exercises in recording of voice, music, and special effects. Course includes the operation of basic studio and field equipment, including analog and basic digital recording and editing. Studio fee. CMM 342 FUNDAMENTALS OF VIDEO PRODUCTION   Explores the techniques of studio and remote video production. Includes the technical and creative aspects of planning and script preparation, producing, directing, technical directing, graphics, editing, camera, lighting, and sound for a variety of video programs. Studio fee. CMM 343 SCRIPTWRITING FOR ELECTRONIC MEDIA   Study of concrete approaches to and practice with the kinds of writing being done professionally in all program types on television and radio including corporate media writing. CMM 344 MULTIMEDIA DESIGN AND PRODUCTION I   Introduction to producing in the interactive media of CD-ROM and other digital formats. Reviews basic object linking and embedding in familiar computer programs such as Word, PowerPoint, and Freelance Graphics. Students build skills in multimedia authoring, using all the fundamental tools of graphics, text, audio, and video. Studio fee. CMM 345 CLASSIC AMERICAN FILM   A survey of the artistic evolution of American film, including the analysis of styles of producing, scripting, acting, directing, lighting, sound, cinematography, set design and editing through viewing of classic American films and selected international films that have influenced the art of American filmmaking. Fee. CMM 350 PROPAGANDA ANALYSIS   Examination of major propaganda campaigns in history beginning with Greek democracy. Emphasis on twentieth century propaganda as psychological warfare. Principles of Aristotelean rhetorical theory applied to propaganda analysis. CMM 351 PUBLIC SPEAKING   Oral communication in professional situations. Adaptation of principles of effective speaking to specific audiences and occasions. Delivery of informational, problem-solving, and special-occasion speeches. CMM 352 PERSUASION   Study of the use of communication to form attitudes. Examination of attitudes and social influence and their effects on human behavior. Topics include selected theories of persuasion, argument construction, and practical application. CMM 353 SPEECH WRITING   Study of speech structure and composition. Critical analysis of model speech, in conjunction with the preparation and presentation of original speeches on current public questions. CMM 354 POLITICAL CAMPAIGN COMMUNICATION   Examination of theory and research on the role, processes and effects of communication in political campaigns with emphasis on mass media, public speaking, debates, advertising, and interpersonal communications. CMM 355 RHETORIC OF SOCIAL MOVEMENTS   Study of rhetorical communication in American social movements through examination of the strategies, themes and tactics used by agitators and the institutional responses to discourse aimed at social change. CMM 360 PRINCIPLES OF PUBLIC RELATIONS   Survey of the field of public relations emphasizing writing and public relations, theoretical implications of the field, the practitioner's role in organization and the community. CMM 390 INDEPENDENT STUDY   Supervised study involving directed readings, individual research (library, field, or experimental), or projects in the specialized areas of communication. May be repeated for up to six semester hours. CMM 397 COMMUNICATION PRACTICUM   Contracted participation in an approved on-campus communication organization. One semester hour per term to a maximum of three semester hours. Grading Option Two only. CMM 410 FAMILY COMMUNICATION   Study of the family from a communication perspective, considering the communication processes within the family and the extent to which communication affects and is affected by the family. CMM 411 HEALTH COMMUNICATION   Examination of communication theory and research as they relate to health care. Issues include reassurance, the role of the patient, interviews, health organizations, the media and health, compliance, providing explanations, and health care professions frequently neglected. CMM 412 STATISTICAL METHODS IN COMMUNICATION   Study of data gathering methods in communication. Practice in sampling, survey methods, questionnaire development, and experimental design. Emphasis on the use of logic to interpret data and to support claims. CMM 413 COMMUNICATION IN THE INFORMATION AGE   Examination of issues related to development, economics, programming, and the future of new mass communication technologies. CMM 416 DEVELOPMENT OF MASS MEDIA   History and analysis of the development and interdependence of mass media, print and electronic. Emphasis on its role in political and economic progress of U.S. and attendant responsibility. CMM 420 COMMUNICATION AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT   Examination of the functions of communication in interpersonal conflict such as marital conflict, role conflict, and organizational conflict. Communicative strategies and tactics for managing conflict. CMM 421 COMMUNICATION IN ORGANIZATIONS   Analysis of message initiation, diffusion, and reception in organizations; analysis of the role of communication in developing productive work relationships, management practices, and organizational cultures. CMM 430 COPYEDITING   Editing, particularly news copy editing and headline writing. Emphasis on clear and concise wording; proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation; and accuracy. Strong command of AP style necessary. CMM 431 PUBLIC AFFAIRS REPORTING   Investigative and specialized reporting on matters of public concern. Practice in gathering information from primary and secondary sources, and writing about complex subjects for mass audiences. CMM 432 THE LAW AND NEWS MEDIA   Exploration of the free press clause of the First Amendment, as defined by the courts and media practice. Study of First Amendment core values and theories. Investigation into law on libel, privacy, censorship, access to information, and copyright, as well as regulation of broadcast, cable and new electonic media. CMM 439 SPECIAL TOPICS IN JOURNALISM   Concentrated study in special areas of journalism. May be repeated with change of topic. CMM 440 BROADCAST NEWS   Study of the process and practice of news gathering and writing for radio and television. Course includes research, analysis, writing and editing news and features, as well as legal and ethical concerns of broadcast news. Studio fee. CMM 442 ADVANCED TELEVISION PRODUCTION   Advanced techniques of both studio and electronic field production and post-production editing for television. Studio fee. CMM 444 MULTIMEDIA DESIGN AND PRODUCTION II   Advanced level multimedia production emphasizing client-based project generation through a design/production team approach. Focus is on interface design; project planning, script writing, story boarding; digital image, sound and video editing; and the use of authoring software. Studio fee. CMM 446 ELECTRONIC MEDIA MANAGEMENT   Survey of the leadership/management roles and responsibilities of broadcasting, cable television and corporate media enterprises. CMM 449 TOPICS IN ELECTRONIC MEDIA   Concentrated study in special areas of electronic media production, criticism, and management. May be repeated once with change of topic. Depending on topic, prerequisites may be imposed. CMM 452 PUBLIC DISCOURSE AND CRITICISM   Examination of the foundations of the field of communication. Major focus on the development of rhetorical theory with attention to rhetorical analysis and criticism. CMM 460 PUBLIC RELATIONS WRITING   Study, development and application of public relations strategies. Emphasis on strategically effective, factually accurate and grammatically sound written communications for organizational and mass audiences. CMM 461 PUBLIC RELATIONS CAMPAIGNS   Students plan and carry out a public relations program for an established professional organization, work out solutions to communication and public relations problems, and prepare written campaign materials and handbooks. CMM 469 TOPICS IN PUBLIC RELATIONS   A concentrated study in specific areas of public relations. Development of specialized projects. May be repeated once with change of topics. CMM 477 HONORS THESIS PROJECT   First of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. CMM 478 HONORS THESIS PROJECT   Second of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Progam in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and departmental chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. CMM 498 COMMUNICATION INTERNSHIP   Communication work experience in an approved organization. Student must be in good academic standing. Students are normally limited to a maximum of three semester hours. Under exceptional circumstances, students may petition the department chair for an additional three semester hours if the second internship is at a different organzation and the student can demonstrate that the position offers a unique and significant educational opportunity not available through the first internship. Grading Option Two only. CMM 499 SPECIAL TOPICS IN COMMUNICATION   Concentrated study in specific areas of speech communication. May be repeated once with change of topic. CMS 316 INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION   Study of interpersonal communication with emphasis on people from different countries and with different cultural backgrounds. Focus on the influence of culture on communication and language, verbal and non-verbal communication similarities and differences from culture to culture, and challenges of successful intercultural communication. CMS 414 GLOBAL COMMUNICATION   Introduction to the main topics in the field of global communication. Emphasis on comparative mass media and current issues in global communication. Will not satisfy humanities requirement. CMS 415 WOMEN AND COMMUNICATION   Seminar focusing on gender differences in communication, unique aspects to women's communication, and women's rhetoric. Current theory and research examined. Will not satisfy humanities requirement. *All material derived from the current issue of the University of Dayton Bulletin. *Subject to Change