Communication in practice - identifing problems 3322-KOMINT-OG

Everyday contacts with people usually strengthen us; however, sometimes they can also be a source of frustration. To make them the most successful, it helps to raise awareness of communication and to improve communicative competence.
The course is designed as a practical workshop. It consists of exercises related to identifying problems in human communication (oral and written).
The course is based on scientific research in language studies and communication. Associating communication exercises with an analysis of scientific works is not a coincidence. A deepened reflection on the linguistic means of expression and on the mechanisms of interpersonal communication leas to a better understanding of these issues and enables the development of communication abilities.

Type of course

general courses

Mode

Remote learning

Prerequisites (description)

Completion of the course is facilitated by earlier assimilated knowledge of the science of language and communication, as well as language correctness and politeness.

Course coordinators

Celina Heliasz-Nowosielska

Learning outcomes

Improved skills of recognizing problems related to interpreting and formulating speeches and written texts.
Expanded knowledge of ways of dealing with difficulties in different communication situations.
Increased awareness of the mechanisms of communication and competencies related to forming acts of communication.

Assessment criteria

Evaluation based on course attendance and carrying out test tasks.

Additional information

Information on level of this course, year of study and semester when the course unit is delivered, types and amount of class hours - can be found in course structure diagrams of apropriate study programmes. This course is related to the following study programmes:

Additional information (registration calendar, class conductors, localization and schedules of classes), might be available in the USOSweb system:

Description of 3322-KOMINT-OG in USOSweb