COMS 260 - Communication and Gender - Lauren Rome
| Course: | Communication and Gender |
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| Professor: | Lauren Rome |
| Email: | lauren.rome@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Welcome to Communication Studies 260, Communication and Gender. My name is Lauren Rome and I am your instructor. I was a College of the Canyons student just like you! I love this campus and helping students learn about communication.
My classroom philosophy is based on a warm, supportive environment, with a focus on transferable skills that will be needed for your future. Each student is an individual in this class and the course goal is based on personal progression and growth.
Course Description
This course examines the cultural values and habits influencing our views on femininity and masculinity, and how we communicate expectations of gender. Each chapter and module assignments will allow you to evaluate and apply certain theories and concepts to everyday occurrences. My hope is that you will find connections between what we are reading and learning about in class to your own personal experiences and it helps you to better understand them!
What to Expect in this Course
As this is a short-term summer course, I expect you to keep on top of all readings, course assignments, and due dates. Our course is jam-packed and moves quickly, so you should expect to spend many hours every week completing the readings and assignments. Additionally, this course will have practical and real life applications and I expect all students to be respectful and supportive as we learn about the different theories regarding gender and communication.
Types of Assessments
Online discussion boards, written assignments, and exams.
Textbook Information
Wood, Julia (2017). Gendered Lives: Communication, Gender, and Culture (11th ed. or 12th ed.) Wadsworth: Boston
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
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Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)
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Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.
Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.
You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.
Veterans Resource Center
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Library
The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!
Last updated: 06/16/2021 Sub#: 208