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ACED 0711: Communications
Effective date
June 2019
Department
Access to Careers & Education
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
This course introduces students to communication skills applicable to work, school, and life. Students examine communication styles and learn different skills to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences and in many contexts.
ACED 0707, ACED 0709, ACED 0710, and ACED 0711 are required for completion of ABE Provincial level Career Planning.
Credits
1.0
Year of study
Grade 12 Equivalency
Prerequisites
English 9 or equivalent.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Communication Skills: • identify and practice active listening skills in a variety of situations • demonstrate a knowledge of the range of effective speaking strategies • extract, assess and exchange information using visual and electronic media • recognize diverse cultural styles of communication • identify and interpret non-verbal communication • apply critical thinking skills
- Interpersonal Skills • research and use the various methods of conflict resolution and demonstrate their use • clarify the definition of assertiveness and implement successful techniques • analyze the reasons for bias and develop the ability to recognize it in everyday situations • identify issues around all forms of prejudice and practice non-discrimatory interpersonal skills
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 12
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 12
Total Hours: 24
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 12
Total Hours: 24
Instructional Strategies
Students will be expected to work individually, in small groups and as a whole class to complete the course curriculum. Some reading assignments will be done out of class.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
D
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
30 |
Presentation using a communication concept |
|
Assignments |
30 |
reflective journaling |
|
Participation |
30 |
Class discussion and in-class activities |
|
Attendance |
10 |
|
Course topics
- Communication styles Assertiveness Active Listening Emotional Intelligence Conflict Resolution Presentation Skills
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.