EDMA614 Communication and Collaboration (3 cr.)

Skills of written and oral communication for a variety of purposes and audiences are reviewed and practiced. Effective collaboration skills to facilitate consensus and promote conflict resolution are developed. Processes of academic writing using the APA style are learned and applied.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate competent writing skills including correct grammar, structure, form and tone appropriate to the audience.
2. Use the APA style when writing papers and referencing research.
3. Develop a coherent summary and analysis of literature on a selected topic.
4. Demonstrate public speaking skills including adapting one’s speaking style to the audience and using appropriate technology.
5. Demonstrate ability to facilitate collaboration and resolve conflicts.
6. Apply a model of decision making to plan for a collaborative process in the work environment.