COMM 15
Critical Decision-Making in Groups
Course Description
This course is the study of communication and critical thinking in the context of effective group problem-solving with an emphasis on principles of information literacy and sound reasoning to make a well-reasoned decision. This course explores the theory, application, and evaluation of group communication processes, including problem-solving, conflict management, decision-making, and leadership, with the goal of understanding different points of view in an increasingly diverse and interconnected global society.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35246 | COMM 15 | 01Y | ··W···· | 12:30 PM-02:45 PM | Nick Chivers | MLC112 |
| ······· | TBA-TBA | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-01-05 to 2026-03-27.
Class Syllabus: Download Syllabus
Footnote:
COMM 15.01Y: 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
| Textbook/Material | Type | Required | Purchase | Rent | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | Used | New | Used | |||
| In Mixed Company: Communicating in Small Groups & Teams (11th Edition) Rothwell © 2021 ISBN: 9780197602812 | Textbook | Required | $81.00 | $60.75 | $64.80 | $34.02 |
| In Mixed Company : Communicating in Small Groups and Teams (11th Edition) J. Dan Rothwell ISBN: 9780197602843 | E-Book | Required | $56.91 | |||
| In Mixed Company : Communicating in Small Groups and Teams (11th Edition) J. Dan Rothwell ISBN: 9780197602843 | E-Book (180 days) | Required | $36.99 | |||
| In Mixed Company : Communicating in Small Groups and Teams (11th Edition) J. Dan Rothwell ISBN: 9780197602843 | E-Book (365 days) | Required | $42.68 | |||
Lower prices may be available for textbooks or materials in certain courses, when purchased through the course site on Canvas. Your instructor will tell you if a lower price is available.
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
Course Details
- Units
- 5 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 5
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
- COMM C1000, COMM C1000H, COMM D010. or COMM D010H