COM 3441 GROUP COMMUNICATION AND TEAM INTERACTION 3 credits

Prerequisite: COM 3120 or permission of the Dean. This course explores communication within groups and teams for use in academic, professional, and social situations. Topics include verbal and nonverbal communication within groups, the structure and environment of groups, group roles, leadership, conflict management, and decision making in groups and teams. A major course requirement is a formal group presentation and a written analysis of the group processes and experiences. 47 contact hours.