Ag Communications Sample Syllabus

Course Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the world of communications. Students will study oral, print and technology communication practices. This will be done through the use of computer technology, Internet experiences and written and oral expression.

Course Content:

1.    History and components of communication

    a.    Identify different types of communication methods
    b.    Discuss the changes made in communications
    c.    Identify important people in the communication field

2.    Print media

    a.    Discuss the importance of print media
    b.    Research and write an article for the newspaper
    c.    Research and write an article with picture for the newspaper
    d.    As a class, prepare a newsletter to be distributed
    e.    Prepare an advertisement for the newspaper

3.    Television media

    a.    Discuss the role of television media
    b.    Develop a script for a news report or broadcast
    c.    Film a news report or broadcast to be viewed by the class
    d.    Develop and film a television commercial

4.    Computer media

    a.    Identify the uses for computer technology in the communication area
    b.    Be able to construct and send an e-mail
    c.    Be able to construct and deliver a PowerPoint presentation
    d.    Be able to use word processing software
    e.    Prepare a computer generated advertisement

5.    Oral communication

    a.    Write and deliver an informative talk
    b.    Deliver a PowerPoint presentation
    c.    Participate in a practice job interview
    d.    Participate in a practice formal social activity
    e.    Deliver a demonstration presentation

Grading Policy:  The course will follow the school grading policy.
93-100        A
85-92          B
75-84          C
65-74          D
below 64    F

• Students will receive grades according to the timeliness and quality in which they complete the skills listed in the course syllabus.  Students will be given deadlines for completion of their project.

On time and high quality                93-100 pts
On time and acceptable quality      85-95 pts
On time and low quality                 65-84 pts

Late and high quality                      75-85 pts
Late and acceptable quality            70-80 pts
Late and poor quality                     0 - 65 pts

Note
Other items to consider when completing this course syllabus include:

1.  Textbook used
2.  Behavior expectations or routine you want followed
3.  What to bring to class each day
4.  Supplies or money that will be needed for the class
5.  Any other item you feel would help parents and students know what to expect.

Suggestions:

1. Try and keep the syllabus to one page, front and back
2. Give a copy to students the first day of class and have them available for parents at the parent teacher meetings.
3. Use the syllabus to recruit students and visit with parents about "what will my child learn in Ag?"
4. Parents, students and administrators all feel more comfortable with a class where they know what is being taught.