Spring 2027

Theory and Practice of Group Discussion

Examines the structure and dynamics of small group decision-making and critical problems in group interaction processes.

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Recent recorded grades — Fall 2017: 3.69 GPA, 90.4% A/AB (n=52 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.58 GPA, 83.3% A/AB (n=24 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.09 GPA, 39.1% A/AB (n=23 letter grades).

What you’ll be able to do

  • Explain the central theories related to the formation, functioning, and effects of group communication dynamics

  • Explain and evaluate the most influential lines of empirical research on the formation, functioning, and effects of group communication dynamic

  • Demonstrate effective communication skills through the articulation of critical thinking about group communication dynamics through writing and informal oral presentation

  • Hone skills in writing, public speaking, and library research

  • Improve writing through responses to feedback and revision

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Student experience

the class

Recent recorded grades — Fall 2017: 3.69 GPA, 90.4% A/AB (n=52 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.58 GPA, 83.3% A/AB (n=24 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.09 GPA, 39.1% A/AB (n=23 letter grades).

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Topics

  • Small group decision-making structure and dynamics
  • Group interaction processes

Skills

  • Writing, public speaking, and library research
  • Explaining central theories of group communication dynamics

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Dataset & model

Recorded 2026-10-14

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