COMS 045 — Small Group Communication 3 Units
Students will develop skills in effective communication through both individual and group presentations. This course introduces the foundational principles and practical techniques of public speaking, guiding students in crafting and delivering clear, engaging, informative, and persuasive messages across diverse settings. Emphasis is placed on the use of rhetorical strategies, including the canons of rhetoric and Aristotelian appeals of pathos, ethos, and logos to enhance the impact and credibility of their presentations. (C-ID COMM 140)