Small Group Communication

Course Overview

Small Group Communication focuses on enhancing student understanding of and skills for participation in small group interaction. This course addresses various social dimensions of group processes such as group development, leadership, conflict resolution and verbal and nonverbal communication strategies Particular emphasis is on task-oriented groups. Theory. ADMINISTRATION AND FACULTY Board of Regents Flud, Mike, M.Ed., M.S. Chair Hughes, Dean, Ed.D. Vice Chair Ramirez, Pandee, J.D. Secretary Douglas, Bruce, M.S. Member Mouss, Sharon, M.S. Member College Administration Randall, Monte, Ed.D. President King, James, Ed.D. Regent's Director for Institutional Effectiveness Tyner, Mekko, J.D. Dean of Academic Affairs Wind, Krystal, M.A. Dean of Student Affairs Azbell, Lacey, M.A. Director of Enrollment Management Factor, Linette, M.B.A. Director of Business Affairs Degree Program Coordinators Najera, Cheryl, M.S., M.L.S Criminal Justice Tyner, Mekko, J.D., Gaming Marshall, Norma, M.S. Native American Studies Sanmann, Kent, M.A.G.S.I, M.A., B.S. Natural Resources Yates, Matthew, D.B.A. Tribal Services Wood, Colton, Ed.D. General Education Faculty Najera, Cheryl, M.S. Instructor Criminal Justice Hoskison, Billy, M.Ed., J.D. Adjunct Instructor Criminal Justice Stidman, Hannah, A.B., B.B., J.D. Adjunct Instructor Criminal Justice McIntosh, ShanhDea, B.S. Adjunct Instructor Gaming Azbell, Christopher, M.A. Instructor Gaming Calls Him Jr., Melvin, Ph.D. Instructor General Education Dunn, Denise M.Ed. Instructor General Education Hake, Candise, B.S. Instructor General Education Janway, Bailey, B.S., M.S. Instructor General Education Sanders, Cynthia, B.S. Instructor General Education Sexton, Angela, M.Ed. Instructor General Education Wood, Colton, Ed.D. Instructor General Education Palma, Gregory, M.S., M.Sc. Instructor General Education Coser, Pete, Ed.D. Adjunct Instructor General Education Coser Jr., Pete, M.H.R. Adjunct Instructor General Education Courtwright, Rita, M.A. Adjunct Instructor General Education Gaber, Andrew, M.P.A., M.C.P. Adjunct Instructor General Education Johnson, Meredith, M.A. Adjunct Instructor General Education McKenzie, Kasey, J.D. Adjunct Instructor General Education Barnett, Rebecca, Eminent Scholar Instructor Native American Studies Culley, Irene, B.S., Eminent Scholar Instructor Native American Studies Fixico, Danielle, M.F.A. Instructor Native American Studies Marshall, Norma, M.S. Instructor Native American Studies Maxey, Rosemary, M.S., Eminent Scholar Instructor Native American Studies Barnett, Shannon, B.S. Adjunct Instructor Native American Studies Sanmann, Kent, M.A.G.S.I, M.A., B.S. Instructor Natural Resources Natseway, Courtney, A.S., B.S. Instructor Natural Resources Coon, Joe, B.S. Adjunct Instructor Native American Studies De La Cruz, Reuben, B.S., D.P.M. Adjunct Instructor Non-Degree Greer, Chad, Ed.D. Adjunct Instructor Non-Degree Harjoe, Aimee, A.S. Adjunct Instructor Non-Degree Harjo, Frank, B.S., M.S. Adjunct Instructor Non-Degree Yates, Matthew, D.B.A. Instructor Tribal Services De La Cruz, Emma, M.H.R. Adjunct Instructor Tribal Services Moss, Julie, M.A. Adjunct Instructor Tribal Services Tiger, Mary Frances, M.H.R. Adjunct Instructor Tribal Services Kitto, Joseph, J.D. Instructor Gaming Pierce, Madison B.S. Instructor General Studies College Glossary Terms A Academic Suspension – If a student on academic warning fails to earn the minimum trimester GPA for the credit hours earned at the next trimester enrollment, will be suspended from the college and will not be allowed to enroll for one full trimester. During this period of suspension, students will be encouraged to remedy the causes of their lack of progress. Academic Proficiency- Academic proficiency determines one's eligibility to enroll in specific courses or placement in remedial classes during a student's first term of enrollment Accreditation – A status awarded by a professional body with an interest in maintaining standards for its members. ACT and SAT – These letters are acronyms for the American College Test and the Scholastic Aptitude Test. Both tests are designed to measure a student's level of knowledge in basic areas such as math, science, English, and social studies. Colleges may require the results of either the ACT or SAT before granting admissions. Add/Drop – The period of time at the beginning of each term when schedules can be adjusted without penalty. The length of the add/drop period varies by class and is determined by the number of instructional weeks. Advisor – Academic advisor will help students choose courses, review the course requirements in the program, plan course schedules and help students with any academic issues they may encounter. Faculty may conduct academic advisement, or there may be designated staff who serve in an academic advisor role. AICF- stands for American Indian College Fund, a non-profit organization that supports Native students' access to higher education through scholarships and other programs. Focusing on supporting Native communities through scholarships, program funding for tribal colleges and universities, and advancing strategies for lasting change. AIHEC- stands for the American Indian Higher Education Consortium. It is a 501(c)(3) organization representing the 35 accredited Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) in the United States, with a mission to strengthen tribal nations and improve the lives of American Indians and Alaska Natives. Alumni – People who have graduated from the college. Application/Acceptance/Admissions – The process by which a prospective student submits the required forms and credentials to their chosen institution. Application criteria may include one or more of the following: previous academic records, test scores, and other information provided by the applicant. Articulation – the process of comparing the content of courses that are transferred between post- secondary institutions. Associate degree – The associate degree is granted upon completion of a program of at least two, but less than four years of full-time equivalent college work. Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees are conferred upon students who successfully complete programs designed for transfer to a senior college. The associate degree requires completion of a minimum of 60 credit hours, including general education courses along with courses within a specific program of study, with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (a "C" average). Audit – A student who does not want to receive credit in a course may, with approval of the Registrar and instructor, audit the course as a "visitor." A student who audits a course cannot ask or petition the college at a later date to obtain college credit for the audited course. No financial aid or VA benefits can be awarded for an audited course. Award Letter – The notification of financial aid award. The award letter lists the types and amounts of financial aid for which the student is eligible. Award letters can be found in the student portal. B Bachelor's Degree – This is the undergraduate degree offered by four-year colleges and universities. The minimum credit hour requirement for a bachelor's degree is 120 hours. Bookstore – College bookstores generally stock all the books and other materials required in all the courses offered at the institution as well as providing basic sundries and clothing items. Bursar's Office – The Bursar's Office is responsible for all student financial transactions of the college. C Catalog – College catalogs provide all types of information parents and students need to know about a school. It lists, for example, the institution's history and philosophy, policies and procedures, its accreditation status, courses of study, degrees and certificates offered, physical facilities, Admissions and enrollment procedures, financial aid, student life activities, etc. Certificate program – an organized series of credit courses, consisting of 21-27 credit hours at CMN, which concentrates study in a particular field, though some certificates also include one or more general education courses. Commencement- A formal ceremony that celebrates and recognizes the academic achievements of graduating students, marking the beginning of their next chapter after completing their degree requirements. Cost of Attendance – A total amount of attending the college including tuition and fees, room and board, books, supplies, transportation, miscellaneous personal items, loan fees, study abroad costs, dependent care expenses, disability-related expenses and cooperative education program costs. Counselor – Counselors assist with career exploration, personal development, academic challenges and short-term personal counseling. Course Numbers – All courses are identified by numbers usually containing 4 digits, for example, freshman English might be 1113. The first digit indicates the class year in which the subject is usually taken. A course number beginning with a "0" indicates that it does not carry credit hours applicable to a degree. Credit Hour – A unit of measure that represents an hour of instruction that can be applied to the total number of hours needed for completing the requirements of a degree, diploma, certificate or other formal award. Curriculum – A curriculum is a program of courses approved for a particular degree or certificate. To earn a degree or certificate in a specific program, you must complete the curriculum for that program. D Degree Audit/Program Evaluation – Degree Audit compares a student's academic progress to the requirements of any desired academic program. A student's degree audit can be found in the student portal. Degree Plan of Study (POS) – A degree plan, curriculum or program plan, is a list of courses and requirements needed for a degree or certificate. Used to plan student schedules and get approval for financial aid. Students can get a copy in the course catalog or on the website. Degree Requirements – Those requirements prescribed by institutions for completion of a program of study are generally termed degree requirements. Requirements may include a minimum number of hours, required GPA, prerequisite and elective courses within the specified major and/or minor areas of study. Degrees – Degrees are rewards for the successful completion of a prescribed program of study. Developmental Courses – Developmental courses are pre-college level courses that help students improve skills and prepare for college-level courses. Based on student placement test scores, these courses may be required in order to be eligible to take college-level courses required for program of study. Drop – When dropping a course, there is no record on a student's transcript and there is no charge for the course. Students can drop a course without penalty before the end of the add/drop period. E Electives – Credit courses of choice which may be taken for credit toward a degree or certificate in any curriculum. They may be chosen from a wide variety of courses. Enroll/Register – This is the procedure by which students choose classes each trimester. It also includes the assessment and collection of fees. Extracurricular Activities – These are non-classroom activities that can contribute to a well-rounded education. They can include such activities as athletics, clubs, student government, recreational and social organizations, and events. F Faculty – The faculty is composed of all persons who teach classes for the college. FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) – The federal application must be completed to receive federal aid. The forms may be completed online at studentaid.gov. Fees – Fees are additional charges not included in the tuition. Final Exams (Finals) – These exams are usually given during the last week of classes each trimester. Financial Aid – Financial Aid is made available from grants, scholarships, tuition assistance and part- time employment from federal, state, institutional, and private sources. Awards from these programs may be combined in an "award package" to meet the cost of education. Financial Aid Refunds – Excess funds, the amount of student aid that is left after tuition, fees, books and supplies have been deducted, are refunded to students. Full-Time Enrollment – A student is enrolled in 12 or more credit hours in a trimester (full-time status for a summer term is 9 credit hours as it relates to Financial Aid.) G Grade Point Average (GPA) – A student's grade point average is the equivalent of their average for curriculum course work. Each letter grade has an equivalent point value: A = 4 points, B = 3 points, C = 2, D = 1 and F = 0. A student may determine the grade points for each course by multiplying the number of points a grade is worth times the number of credits the course carries. H HLC- HLC stands for the Higher Learning Commission, one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Hold – A hold is placed on a student's account record when an outstanding obligation occurs. The hold is released when the obligation has been satisfactorily met. Any person who has a hold placed on their record will not be allowed to register for classes the following trimester. I Incomplete – An incomplete grade may be used at the instructor's discretion to indicate that additional work is necessary to complete a course. Course requirements must be completed within a mutually agreed-upon timeframe by instructor and student by a specified time or the "I" grade will be automatically changed to an "F." International Student – An applicant who is requesting a student visa (F-1) or transferring from another college under a student visa. M Midterm Exams (Midterms) – During the middle of each trimester, instructors may give mid-term exams that test students on the material covered during the first half of the trimester. Some classes have only two tests, a mid-term and a final. O Official Transcript – An official college transcript is one that the receiving institution has received directly from the issuing high school, college, or university. It must bear the school or college seal, current date and an appropriate signature. Transcripts received that do not meet these requirements should not be considered official and should be routinely rejected for any permanent use. Online Classes – Online classes meet via computer, through an online learning management system. Online students log in to attend class. There they access course lectures, receive assignments, and correspond with classmates and instructors. P Part-Time Enrollment- A part-time student is enrolled in less than 12 credit hours in a trimester. Placement Testing – Placement test ensures that students get started in the right classes for their academic background and program. Prerequisite Courses – This is a condition or requirement that must be met before enrolling in a course. R Register for Classes – to formally enroll in specific courses at a college, securing a place in those courses for the upcoming trimester. Registrar – The registrar of an institution is responsible for the maintenance of all academic records. Registration – The registration period is the time when students can register for classes to be offered during the upcoming trimester. Registration Verification – This is a process that checks to ensure the student made a satisfactory grade in pre-requisite courses before the trimester begins. Students who did not successfully complete the pre-requisite course will be removed from the upcoming course registration. This process is run at the beginning of every trimester. S SAP- stands for Satisfactory Academic Progress which means maintaining good grades and completing enough coursework to stay on track for graduation within the timeframe expected by the school and federal regulations. Schedule of Classes – Colleges prepare a Class Schedule for each trimester during the previous trimester. With the help of academic advisors and/or faculty members, students make up their own individual class schedules for each trimester they are enrolled in. Courses are designated in the Class Schedule by course department, course number, time, and days the course meets. Specialization- Focused area of study, allowing students to delve deeper into a particular field of interest. Student Aid Report (SAR) – A Student Aid Report (SAR) is a document received after the FAFSA is processed. The SAR will list all of the answers provided on the FAFSA. The SAR will contain an individual's Expected Family Contribution (EFC), which is used to determine eligibility for federal student aid. The institution will use this number to determine eligibility for financial aid based on the school's cost of attendance. Student Identification Card (I.D.) – A student I.D. is usually required in college. It is similar to a driver's license and generally includes a photograph of the student, a student number, the student's name, the name of the college, and the trimester enrolled. Student Grant – A monetary award given to a student to help pay college expenses. Grants are usually not repaid by the student. Student Services – Activities that contribute to the emotional and physical well-being of the students, as well as to their intellectual, cultural, and social development outside of the context of the institution's formal instruction program. Syllabus – The syllabus includes college, school, and departmental information and explains expectations, policies and requirements for a particular course. T Term- a specific period during the academic year when courses are offered. Trimester- A trimester system divides the academic year into three sessions: fall, winter, and spring. Transcript – The transcript is a permanent academic record. It may show courses taken, grades received and academic status. Transfer of Credits – Some students attend more than one institution during their college career. When they move or transfer from one college to another, they also transfer accumulated credit hours from the former institution to the new one. The new institution determines which courses will apply toward graduation requirements; credits must transfer from an accredited institutions to be applied. Transfer Student – A student entering the reporting institution for the first time but known to have previously attended a postsecondary institution at the same level. The student may transfer with or without credit. Tribal College and Universities- Tribal colleges and universities (TCUs) are higher education institutions chartered by tribal governments that emphasize Native American culture, language, and traditions while offering a variety of educational programs. Tuition – Tuition is the amount paid for each credit hour of enrollment. Tuition does not include the cost of books, fees, or room and board. Tutors – A tutor is a person who has completed and/or demonstrated proficiency in a course or subject and is able to provide instruction to students. Tutors usually help students better understand course material and make better grades. U Undergraduate – An undergraduate is a student who is pursuing a one-, two-, or four-year degree. W Withdrawal – Students may withdraw from courses during a trimester. This action becomes valid after the add/drop period expires. A withdrawal appears on a transcript as a 'W' grade, counts as an attempt on the class, and charges tuition fees. They do not, however, impact your GPA, but it may affect a student's SAP. College of the Muscogee Nation (918) 549-2800 2170 Raven Circle – Okmulgee, OK 74447 cmn.edu Okmulgee

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