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Using Cognitive Assessment Testing To Evaluate And Improve A University Program In Communication Studies, Michael R. Neer, Joan E. Aitken Jan 1997

Using Cognitive Assessment Testing To Evaluate And Improve A University Program In Communication Studies, Michael R. Neer, Joan E. Aitken

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article attempts to demonstrate how cognitive assessment may be used to empower both faculty and students by offering pedagogical and administrative strategies that enhance student learning in the U.S. The faculty limited its cognitive test, the Pre-Communication Assessment Measure to the four competencies--critical thinking, interpersonal, decision-making and theoretical competencies--common to two of five required courses. The components of the cognitive test are: critical thinking competence, interpersonal competence, decision-making competence and theoretical competence.

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Curricular Fidelity, Diversity With Connection: The Duquesne Experiment, Janie M. Harden Fritz Jan 1997

Curricular Fidelity, Diversity With Connection: The Duquesne Experiment, Janie M. Harden Fritz

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article presents information on a conceptual scheme detailing the functions of a communication curriculum applied at the University of Duquesne in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. From an organizational systems perspective the excellence of any academic department is shaped by its relationship to its field, its position and role with regard to the mission of the university setting that forms its particular context, and how it relates to the outside world-the community and larger society that it serves. The nature of the undergraduate curriculum is important not only for disciplinary maintenance but also because it concerns a primary enabling public of the …

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Perceptions Of Quality In Journalism And Communications Education: A Delphi Study, Marian A. Smith Jan 1997

Perceptions Of Quality In Journalism And Communications Education: A Delphi Study, Marian A. Smith

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article provides information on a study on the perceptions of quality in journalism and communications education. In many academic disciplines, including communications, accreditation has been the ruling paradigm of quality assurance for many years. Accreditation standards often have been used to measure many characteristics of institutions, but such standards may not be capable of identifying and measuring the true quality of institutional excellence. The study gathered information from a selected group of participants about those characteristics students, faculty and practitioners consider to be necessary components of high quality programs. The study also examined whether the accreditation standards used for …

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A "Glimpse" Of The Status Of The Discipline: Internal Identity Of Speech Communication At A Small College, Barbara J. Adler Jan 1997

A "Glimpse" Of The Status Of The Discipline: Internal Identity Of Speech Communication At A Small College, Barbara J. Adler

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article discusses the results of a survey administered to faculty and administration at a small U.S. liberal arts college associated with the Lutheran Church, to assess the attitudes toward the speech communication discipline at the college. Speech communication discipline was assessed according to its level of respect, its overall status and its identity as a reputable academic field. Speech communication received its highest ranking for the descriptor applications based, matching the perception that the field is dominated by utility courses that teach students how to give a speech.

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The Historical Account Of Undergraduate Theatre Curricula's Rise In The Academy, Anne Berkeley Jan 1997

The Historical Account Of Undergraduate Theatre Curricula's Rise In The Academy, Anne Berkeley

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article discusses the history of post-secondary theatre education in U.S. colleges and universities. The sheer volume and speed of growth of theatre curricula in undergraduate education contradicts the marginal attention it has received by historians of education and theatre. The first phase of collegiate theatre instruction, between 1900 and 1925, grew out of universities' official sanction of extracurricular clubs and productions after the Civil War. As historians of higher education explain it, higher education in the latter half of the nineteenth century initiated a process of democratization and professionalization that provoked radical change and dislocation in the academy. Theatrical …

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In Their Own Words: Using Media Artifacts To Teach Media Literacy, Micheal J. Gotcher, Margaret Duffy Jan 1997

In Their Own Words: Using Media Artifacts To Teach Media Literacy, Micheal J. Gotcher, Margaret Duffy

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article discusses methods and associated readings for teaching media literacy. The prescribed methods allow the media and their decision-makers to implicate themselves using examples of their own products and their own words. Media kits, video news releases and advertisements are used to illuminate and criticize media structures, products and economic imperatives. Media literacy may be defined as the learned ability to understand the rules, conventions and persuasive elements of mass mediated products. Media literacy involves inviting individuals to see media products as part of the process of building realities and of constructing cultures.

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Providing Focus On Participatory Democracy In Academic Departments Of Communication, Timothy G. Hegstrom, Shawn Spano Jan 1997

Providing Focus On Participatory Democracy In Academic Departments Of Communication, Timothy G. Hegstrom, Shawn Spano

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article aims to illustrate how academic departments of communication can help contribute to a revitalized public sphere. Some of the projects to enhance participative democracy in order to show one direction in which the public sphere seems to be changing have been highlighted. Academic departments of speech communication can do much to accommodate this change by focusing more on the relationship between communication and democracy. This intention can be formally stated in university planning documents, course titles and outlines, general education guidelines, the establishment of research and consulting consortia, and in partnerships with external institutions. Benefits to the department …

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Using The Internship As A Tool For Assessment: A Case Study, Beverly Graham, Pamela G. Bourland-Davis, Hal W. Fulmer Jan 1997

Using The Internship As A Tool For Assessment: A Case Study, Beverly Graham, Pamela G. Bourland-Davis, Hal W. Fulmer

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article presents a case study involving public relations internship letters that were used to generate a checklist for the assessment process. The case study suggests three key points about the usefulness of internships in assessment. First, the internship can be translated into empirical results, greatly assisting those individuals who directly shape the public relations program. This empiricism should also be advantageous when confronting non-program administrators (deans, vice-presidents) with the need for additional human and physical resources. Second, this case study highlights the significant confluence that occurs between the program administrator (the faculty typically), the students of the program, and …

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The Ucf Report, Vol. 19 No. 10, December 6, 1996, University Of Central Florida Dec 1996

The Ucf Report, Vol. 19 No. 10, December 6, 1996, University Of Central Florida

The UCF Report

Nominations for university awards are due next month; Researchers to field-test novel method for eliminating groundwater pollutants.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 29, December 5, 1996 Dec 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 29, December 5, 1996

Central Florida Future

A year in review for SGA; The world comes together to remember GIV and AIDS; Cigars are a big hit on college campuses.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 28, December 3, 1996 Dec 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 28, December 3, 1996

Central Florida Future

LJR to look into alledged violations SF to Regents: We want our Student Union open; Students react to Parking Services' ticket tactics.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 27, November 26, 1996 Nov 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 27, November 26, 1996

Central Florida Future

Senate moves for impeachment in predawn hours; Students seek to quicken emergency response times; Parking Services finds unique revenue generator.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 26, November 21, 1996 Nov 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 26, November 21, 1996

Central Florida Future

Forum outlines financial assistance options; College costs up five percent nationwide; Online courses netting success around the world.

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Sandspur, Vol 103 No 10, November 21, 1996, Rollins College Nov 1996

Sandspur, Vol 103 No 10, November 21, 1996, Rollins College

The Rollins Sandspur

Rollins College student newspaper, written by the students and published at Rollins College. The Sandspur started as a literary journal.

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Nick Anderson Accused: Don't Rush To Judgement, Richard C. Crepeau Nov 1996

Nick Anderson Accused: Don't Rush To Judgement, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Last Wednesday Nick Anderson of the Magic called a press conference to deny that he had raped a woman last February. It was an emotional scene at which a tearful Anderson told the press that a complaint had been filed with Orlando police in early October, and that he had been threatened with public exposure by the Pan African InterNational Movement (PAIN) unless he paid them $600,000.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 25, November 19, 1996 Nov 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 25, November 19, 1996

Central Florida Future

Computer teams boot up for success; Florida student leaders discuss lobbying agenda; Hispanic performance artist enlightens students.

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Sandspur, Vol 103 No 09, November 14, 1996, Rollins College Nov 1996

Sandspur, Vol 103 No 09, November 14, 1996, Rollins College

The Rollins Sandspur

Rollins College student newspaper, written by the students and published at Rollins College. The Sandspur started as a literary journal.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 23, November 12, 1996 Nov 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 23, November 12, 1996

Central Florida Future

Blood shortage strikes a vein with donors; Students battle with byte in competition at UCF; Islamic Awareness Week highlights world wide culture.

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Sandspur, Vol 103 No 08, November 7, 1996, Rollins College Nov 1996

Sandspur, Vol 103 No 08, November 7, 1996, Rollins College

The Rollins Sandspur

Rollins College student newspaper, written by the students and published at Rollins College. The Sandspur started as a literary journal.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 22, November 7, 1996 Nov 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 22, November 7, 1996

Central Florida Future

Public relations organization wrapped up in 'quotes;' Hispanic community seeks unity in march; Freshman cope with first year away from home.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 21, November 5, 1996 Nov 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 21, November 5, 1996

Central Florida Future

Students encouraged to rock the vote and be heard; Amendments to clean up Everglades appear on on ballot; Victim Advocates reach out to victims who call.

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The Ucf Report, Vol. 19 No. 7, October 25, 1996, University Of Central Florida Oct 1996

The Ucf Report, Vol. 19 No. 7, October 25, 1996, University Of Central Florida

The UCF Report

Diversity Week contest winners announced; SUNLINK available via Web to public schools.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 17, October 22, 1996 Oct 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 17, October 22, 1996

Central Florida Future

Olympian Greg Louganis high dives into UCF; Open House informs perspective students and parents; Campus ministries offer something for everyone.

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Yankees, Jeffer Maier, George And Reggie - Braves And Cards, Richard C. Crepeau Oct 1996

Yankees, Jeffer Maier, George And Reggie - Braves And Cards, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

While sitting around waiting for Gene Budig's resignation as American League president, or even for someone in the press to suggest that it might be appropriate, I have been trying to see as much of the American and National League Championship Series as possible--or the LCS as it is called, which sounds more like a religious cult than a sporting event. There has been some interesting baseball and even more interesting American melodrama.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 16, October 17, 1996 Oct 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 16, October 17, 1996

Central Florida Future

Diversity Week kicks off with parade and international fair; Plastic proves to be golden for one professor.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 15, October 15, 1996 Oct 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 15, October 15, 1996

Central Florida Future

Amendments on ballot for SG Senate election; Diversity Week see things in a different way; Greek life at UCF more than just one big party.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 14, October 10, 1996 Oct 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 14, October 10, 1996

Central Florida Future

UCF president's house starting to take shape; For some finding a parking place on campus is a steal; UCF Christian Campus Fellowship has twofold mission.

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Sandspur, Vol 103 No 05, October 10, 1996, Rollins College Oct 1996

Sandspur, Vol 103 No 05, October 10, 1996, Rollins College

The Rollins Sandspur

Rollins College student newspaper, written by the students and published at Rollins College. The Sandspur started as a literary journal.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 13, October 8, 1996 Oct 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 13, October 8, 1996

Central Florida Future

Professor may sue for copyright violation; Garage to decrease parking headaches on campus; Scaron/George ticket victorious in SG elections run-off.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 12, October 3, 1996 Oct 1996

Central Florida Future, Vol. 29 No. 12, October 3, 1996

Central Florida Future

Oddball Scholarships offer new avenues; Campus computer centers offer a world of possibilities.

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