COMM 10
Fundamentals of Oral Communication


Course Description

This course is an introduction to the basic principles and methods of oral communication with an emphasis on improving speaking and listening skills in the multicultural contexts of interpersonal, small group, and public communication. Students will develop and apply effective research strategies.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
24380 COMM 10 04Y M·W···· 01:30 PM-03:20 PM Laureen Mercer-Kurt MLC260
······· TBA-TBA ONLINE

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
COMM 10.04Y: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units
5 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 5
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Pass/Fail Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
  • ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
  • Limitation on Enrollment
    (Not open to students with credit in the Honors Program related course.)
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