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Full-Text Articles in Education
Giving A Classmate An Award: Ceremonial Speaking Within The Classroom Environment, Heidi Hamilton
Giving A Classmate An Award: Ceremonial Speaking Within The Classroom Environment, Heidi Hamilton
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
As citizens we encounter ceremonial speaking occasions throughout our lives, from wedding toasts to retirement dinners to eulogies. While many textbooks offer guidelines for the various types of speaking occasions, these occasions are difficult to create within the classroom environment. Often instructors skip assigning a full ceremonial speech because of this. This activity is designed to provide students with an opportunity to practice some of the basic elements of ceremonial speaking, such as writing a thesis statement, providing supporting materials, and using magnification. Students are paired together, interview each other, and then present original award speeches to each other, thus …
Assessing The Public Speaking Course, Roberta Freeman
Assessing The Public Speaking Course, Roberta Freeman
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
College and high school speech communication instructors know full well how tedious and timeconsuming assessment can be; however, this instructor has found a way to make assessment a more efficient and meaningful tool identifying strengths and weaknesses within the public speaking curriculum. After five years of extensive research, several drafts of rubrics and artifacts, the process has been streamlined and successful in that the data compiled reflects the strengths and challenges of this instructor’s students. This article is intended to provide public speaking instructors the opportunity to replicate part of the Minnesota State Community & Technical College (M State) speech …
A Rationale For Incorporating Dystopian Literature Into Introductory Speaking Courses, James P. Dimock, Chad Kuyper, Peggy Dimock
A Rationale For Incorporating Dystopian Literature Into Introductory Speaking Courses, James P. Dimock, Chad Kuyper, Peggy Dimock
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
Since Aristotle, teachers of public speaking have argued that an understanding of the audience’s beliefs, values, and assumptions about the world are the key to effective, persuasive speaking. All too often, however, public speaking courses either avoid audience analysis or focus on superficial details of the audience demographics. This paper makes the argument that by reading and discussing novels, students can develop an appreciation of their classmates as audience members and that dystopian fiction is especially well-suited to developing speech ideas that connect public speaking with the world outside the classroom. Teaching suggestions and lesson plans are included.
Viewing Film From A Communication Perspective: Film As Public Relations, Product Placement, And Rhetorical Advocacy In The College Classroom, Robin Patric Clair, Rebekah L. Fox, Jennifer L. Bezek
Viewing Film From A Communication Perspective: Film As Public Relations, Product Placement, And Rhetorical Advocacy In The College Classroom, Robin Patric Clair, Rebekah L. Fox, Jennifer L. Bezek
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
Academics approach film from multiple perspectives, including critical, literary, rhetorical, and managerial approaches. Furthermore, and outside of film studies courses, films are frequently used as a pedagogical tool. Their relevance in society as well as their valuable use in the classroom makes them an important and pragmatic medium deserving further attention. The ability of film to be used in a socio-political way may sustain, challenge or change the status quo, which supports studying film as well as teaching students about the power of film. The purpose of this article is to share the development of a course which points out …
Extraordinary Everyday Stories: Audio Resources For The Communication Instructor, David E. Engen
Extraordinary Everyday Stories: Audio Resources For The Communication Instructor, David E. Engen
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
Communication instructors often supplement course texts with artistic works such as feature films, short stories, and memoirs. A less common form of supplementary material is the audio documentary/story. The discussion below introduces several audio resources likely to help students deepen their understanding of communication in general and interpersonal and intercultural communication in particular. I also offer a few ideas to those instructors wishing to help students create their own small-scale audio productions.
Are You "Wanted" For Poor Listening Habits?, Nanette Johnson-Curiskis
Are You "Wanted" For Poor Listening Habits?, Nanette Johnson-Curiskis
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
In order to begin a semester or unit on effective listening with some basic theory and knowledge and to serve as an icebreaker, students are asked to design and share a “Wanted Poster” describing their poor listening habits. The significance of this assignment was guided by the ubiquitous nature of listening. Research verifies listening as the most utilized form of communication.
Discovering Culture And Communication On The World Wide Web, Jin Xu
Discovering Culture And Communication On The World Wide Web, Jin Xu
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
Discussions of intercultural communication mostly center round the interaction of culture and communication concerning differences in values, beliefs, norms and communication styles. However, cultural differences also stem from different cognitive styles, which impact intercultural communication. This article describes an activity that introduces students to cultural cognition theory. Combining research on the Internet, small group interaction, and class discussion, this exercise encourages students to apply theory to practice, to explore cultural differences on the Internet, and to develop their critical thinking skills. It also develops their awareness and skills needed to be mindful of the nuances of cultural differences. The exercise …
Gaining Knowledge: Creating Activities For Students By Students, Annie M. Clement
Gaining Knowledge: Creating Activities For Students By Students, Annie M. Clement
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
This article describes an activity suitable for high school and college/university communication courses. Combining outside research with in-class discussions and class interaction give students the opportunity to become more knowledgeable about interviewing in the ‘real world.’ Students research interviewing topics, find articles to support their topic, then create an activity and present this to the class. This allows more in-depth analysis of common topics discussed in an interviewing class allowing students to take control for their learning, deepening the learning process for themselves and others while decreasing common interviewing pitfalls.
Effective Listening Project: A Constructivist Activity, Nanette Johnson-Curiskis
Effective Listening Project: A Constructivist Activity, Nanette Johnson-Curiskis
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
Constructivist learning allows learners to synthesize and understand new ideas and concepts based on their own current and past knowledge and experiences. This paper describes the constructivist philosophy of learning. The constructivist teaching and learning model is applied to a unit used in an effective listening course or a class with a unit in listening. Students construct a listening campaign demonstrating the importance of effective listening for a target audience.
Infusing Critical Thinking Into Communication Courses, James P. Dimock, Kristen P. Treinen, Daniel Cronn-Mills, Robert S. Jersak
Infusing Critical Thinking Into Communication Courses, James P. Dimock, Kristen P. Treinen, Daniel Cronn-Mills, Robert S. Jersak
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
The importance of critical thinking is generally recognized by educators and during the past 20 years numerous initiatives have been taken to improve critical thinking. Although research demonstrates courses in communication study can have a positive impact on critical thinking skills, we argue that instruction in critical thinking can be more explicitly covered in basic communication courses. This article details our efforts to infuse critical thinking into an entrylevel communication course and outlines a guide to help communication teachers integrate critical thinking into their courses.
The Influence Of Setting On Supreme Court Religious Expression Decisions, Joseph J. Hemmer Jr.
The Influence Of Setting On Supreme Court Religious Expression Decisions, Joseph J. Hemmer Jr.
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
The First Amendment prohibits any establishment of religion, a dicta that has been applied in an apparently inconsistent manner by the Supreme Court when called upon to evaluate various forms of verbal and nonverbal religious communication. Court decisions have approved religious prayers and displays in government settings. When such exercises and displays were introduced to the public school academic setting, the Court chose to disallow the practice. An examination of judicial opinions reveals that justices recognize three factors inherent to the academic setting which justify the apparently contradictory decisions. Because of the captive nature of the audience, the presence of …
Physics Major Scores Highest Possible On Gre: Robbie Polski Credits Internship, Good Prep, Professors, Samuel Fry
Physics Major Scores Highest Possible On Gre: Robbie Polski Credits Internship, Good Prep, Professors, Samuel Fry
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
"Robbie Polski, physics major at Andrews University, achieved the highest possible score on his GRE Physics Subject Test—an exam intended to measure the extent of an examinee’s mastery of the fundamental principles of physics."
Towards Curtailing Speaker Anxiety Via Impromptu And Oral Interpretation, Stacey A. Peterson
Towards Curtailing Speaker Anxiety Via Impromptu And Oral Interpretation, Stacey A. Peterson
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
This article outlines a series of short oral assignments designed to help alleviate some of the anxiety that many students face when giving public presentations. The assignments consist of: giving an impromptu speech, giving a spoken performance of a song or poem of their choice, and a short reading from a children’s book. Each of these assignments are seen as building blocks, methods for reducing nervousness, methods for building confidence, while concurrently developing peer support as students are working towards a more formal presentation later in the semester. There should be a class debriefing/discussion after all three assignments have been …
Not Your Average Speech Of Self-Introduction: The "Talking Resume" Alternative, Lauren Mackenzie
Not Your Average Speech Of Self-Introduction: The "Talking Resume" Alternative, Lauren Mackenzie
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
The “talking résumé” activity is designed as a creative and useful alternative to the standard speech of self-introduction exercise in the university public speaking classroom. Using Visual Communicator software, this assignment guides students through the process of preparing, orally delivering, and critiquing résumés for themselves and their classmates. This brief article is geared toward public speaking instructors looking for innovative ways to begin the semester and provides suggestions for how to assign, conduct, and evaluate the “talking résumé” activity.
Tomkat!: Linking Theory And Practice In Communication Studies Course Through The Introduction And Application Of Social Exchange Theory, Rita L. Rahoi-Gilchrest
Tomkat!: Linking Theory And Practice In Communication Studies Course Through The Introduction And Application Of Social Exchange Theory, Rita L. Rahoi-Gilchrest
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
This article describes an activity suitable for either high-school or university-level communication courses. Combining outside online research, small group discussion, and class interaction, this exercise uses Social Exchange Theory, applied to examples of celebrity relationships generated by students and discussed in groups, to illustrate the process by which individuals decide whether or not to initiate and sustain interpersonal relationships. Although students should be reminded that the reasons relationships do or do not survive are difficult enough to understand when we are involved in them, let alone when we view them from an outside perspective, the activity proves intriguing and involving …
Dusting Off The Trophies: Filling The Gaps In The Forensics Collective Memory, Brian T. Taylor
Dusting Off The Trophies: Filling The Gaps In The Forensics Collective Memory, Brian T. Taylor
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
With any organization or group, certain areas, events, and individuals eventually become forgotten and left out of the collective memory. Forensics, at the institutional level, is no exception. This essay explores the concept of collective memory, with particular attention to how some areas are left out. It examines how and why certain areas of forensics history are lost, and the impact that has on the forensics community. Finally, it offers some suggestions for forensics educations on how to keep desired stories from being left out of the collective memory. Advice includes recording the stories in written or audio/visual format, bringing …
Developing A Senior Capstone And Portfolio Course, Nanette Johnson-Curiskis, Daniel Cronn-Mills, Warren Sandmann
Developing A Senior Capstone And Portfolio Course, Nanette Johnson-Curiskis, Daniel Cronn-Mills, Warren Sandmann
Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal
Our purpose in this essay is to explain how the Speech Communication Department at Minnesota State University, Mankato developed a senior capstone and portfolio course. We describe how this course helped the department improve its curriculum and teaching, and helped its students enhance their learning of the discipline.
Andrews On Ice: Cardinals Hockey Promotes Teamwork, Athleticism, Ashley Neu
Andrews On Ice: Cardinals Hockey Promotes Teamwork, Athleticism, Ashley Neu
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
Raises awareness about Andrews University's ice hockey team.
Student Club Hosts Health Fair: Local Elementary School Enjoys Wellness-Focused Event, Khayla Mcdonald
Student Club Hosts Health Fair: Local Elementary School Enjoys Wellness-Focused Event, Khayla Mcdonald
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
"The Andrews University chapter of Enactus partnered with Florida Hospital for a four-week Creation health curriculum to help spread awareness to people about health and wellbeing... One of the events involved in this curriculum was the Enactus Health Fair held in the gymnasium at Mars Elementary School in Berrien Springs... The fair had a variety of activities geared toward children to help them understand from an early age the importance of good health."
Symphony Orchestra Presents Fall Concert Saturday: Bloch, Copland, Chavez And More, Becky St. Clair
Symphony Orchestra Presents Fall Concert Saturday: Bloch, Copland, Chavez And More, Becky St. Clair
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
The Andrews University Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Claudio Gonzalez, performed a concert on Saturday, November 21, at 8 p.m. at the Howard Performing Arts Center on the campus of Andrews University. Ticket price information included.
Will We Find Gravity Waves?: Physics Professor Involved In Ground-Breaking Research, Danni Francis
Will We Find Gravity Waves?: Physics Professor Involved In Ground-Breaking Research, Danni Francis
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
"The world of science is effectively on the edge of its seat as researchers are close to making revolutionary discoveries in the area of gravity and gravitational waves. Tiffany Summerscales, associate professor of physics at Andrews University, is an active researcher with the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) collaboration."
Engineering Student Featured In Magazine: Internship Lands Student In Engineering Publication, Danni Francis
Engineering Student Featured In Magazine: Internship Lands Student In Engineering Publication, Danni Francis
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
Andrews University electrical engineering student, Philip Taylor Coleman, participated in a prestigious internship with The National Academy of Engineering (NAE) and was featured in their magazine.
"I Cannot Remain Idle": The Humanitarian Response To The Syrian Refugee Crisis, Alaryss Bosco, Samuel Fry
"I Cannot Remain Idle": The Humanitarian Response To The Syrian Refugee Crisis, Alaryss Bosco, Samuel Fry
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
"Georgette Bennett and Amin Ahmed from the Multifaith Alliance for Syrian Refugees (MFA) delivered a one-hour lecture in Garber Auditorium of Chan Shun Hall on the humanitarian response to the Syrian refugee crisis." This article gives an overview of the lecture.
"Declare Your Maker's Praise:" Fall Choral Concert
"Declare Your Maker's Praise:" Fall Choral Concert
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
"The Andrews University Singers and University Chorale presented “Declare Your Maker’s Praise” in concert at 8 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, in the Howard Performing Arts Center on the campus of Andrews University."
Veterans Day Event To Honor Local Veterans: Community Members And Families Invited To Attend, Danni Francis
Veterans Day Event To Honor Local Veterans: Community Members And Families Invited To Attend, Danni Francis
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
Andrews University hosted a Veteran’s Day Tribute on November 10, 2015.
Andrews Presents, Wins Awards At Sac: Annual International Communicators Event Sees Large Andrews Presence, Becky St. Clair
Andrews Presents, Wins Awards At Sac: Annual International Communicators Event Sees Large Andrews Presence, Becky St. Clair
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
"The 26th annual Society of Adventist Communicators conference took place in Washington, D.C., October 14–18, 2015. Andrews University was well represented with four students presenting (and several more attending) and two professors in attendance, one of which also presented."
Ellen White Descendant Shares Family Insights: Portrait Unveiling Event Honors Both Artist And Subject, Danni Francis
Ellen White Descendant Shares Family Insights: Portrait Unveiling Event Honors Both Artist And Subject, Danni Francis
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
This article covers the unveiling of James White Library's portrait of Ellen White. One of Ellen White's descendants was also in attendance.
Architecture Students Design University Campus: Martin Smith's Students Help Colombian School In Relocation, Samuel Fry
Architecture Students Design University Campus: Martin Smith's Students Help Colombian School In Relocation, Samuel Fry
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
"Corporacion Universitaria Adventista (UNAC), located in Medellín, the second largest city in Colombia, is relocating its campus to a rural area as part of the institution’s 2020 development goals... Assisting in the design process of the campus relocation is a team composed of Andrews University School of Architecture students, led by Martin Smith, assistant professor of architecture."
Students Clean Up Local Community: Service Projects A Special Focus This Year, Danni Francis
Students Clean Up Local Community: Service Projects A Special Focus This Year, Danni Francis
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
"Nearly 100 students from Andrews University and Youth Build participated in a Benton Harbor Park Cleanup community service project."
6th Annual Egg Drop Competition A Success: Engineering Assignment Becomes Spectator Sport, Danni Francis
6th Annual Egg Drop Competition A Success: Engineering Assignment Becomes Spectator Sport, Danni Francis
Andrews Agenda: Campus News
Spectators from all departments and majors on campus stood outside the Science Complex on Thursday to watch the 6th annual Egg Drop Contest. The article provides details of this Egg Drop Contest, including winners.