Spring 2007/Pasadena
CO503
Nason
CO503: ADVANCED COMMUNICATION (Two Units). Douglas H. Nason.
DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to develop communication skills,
especially in the preparation and delivery of spoken messages. It will be
conducted largely as a seminar, with members of the class making presentations
and providing analysis of different types of communication. The specific forms
of communication studied will be those most relevant to the ministries of the
class members. The presentations will be videotaped. Enrollment is limited to
ten students.
LEARNING OUTCOMES: Course objectives are that students would grow
- in their understanding of Christian communication;
- in their understanding of the differences between written and oral
communication;
- in their understanding of the sources of speech anxiety and how to move
beyond it;
- in their ability to prepare and deliver spoken messages clearly and
relevantly to a contemporary audience; and
- in their ability to assess both their own speaking and that of
others.
RELEVANCE FOR MINISTRY: The spoken witness to the gospel of Jesus Christ has
always been a primary means of communicating the faith. It continues to be a
powerful tool for planting and nurturing faith in Christ.
COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet once a week for two-hour sessions. There
will be opportunity for individual conferences with the instructor outside of
regular class time to evaluate the video tapes. PLEASE NOTE: Class attendance
is mandatory. If the class is over-subscribed, the first two persons on the
waiting list should attend the first class session in case there are openings
which develop due to dropped registrations.
REQUIRED READING: Students will be required to do independent reading in a
research area of their choice for purposes of speech development within the
class. Consultation and approval by the instructor for selected reading will be
required. Brief readings may be assigned primarily as a basis for class
discussion.
ASSIGNMENTS: Three brief oral presentations will be prepared and delivered,
each approximately ten to fifteen minutes in length. Outlines and
self-assessments will be presented for each of the presentations. Regular class
attendance, preparation for class, and participation in discussions are
required. Any absences must be excused and will require some additional
work.
PREREQUISITES: CO500.
RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM: Elective. Meets requirement for Communication in
some MA in Theology programs.
FINAL EXAMINATION: None.