May 06, 2024  
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2022-23 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2022-23 [Archived Catalog]

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COMS 4410 - Communication in the Family


Examination of the communication concepts basic to understanding interaction in the family. Provides a framework for analysis of family communication. Explores communication issues that relate to family interaction, including conflict, power, intimacy, and the development of relationships. Presents a model of effective communication in the family. Consideration of verbal and nonverbal communication behaviors.

Requisites: COMS 1010 or C or better in 2060 and (Jr or Sr)
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Review major theoretical concepts that have shaped the study of the family.
  • Examine concepts and methodologies that have been used to look at communication within the family.
  • Understand the family broadly and travel to different social and geographical locations to examine its intricacies.
  • Examine the intricate and entwined relationship between family and communication.



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