Monday, January 28, 2019

Teaching Intercultural Communication Online - Course Navigation Video




This semester, I am teaching Intercultural Communication (COMM 3332) for the Communication Studies department! I am VERY excited about teaching this course! 

Here's the course description and learning outcomes:

Course Description: (3 Credits) -  A study of intercultural communication theories and  how they shape interpersonal, small group, and public interactions. Students will observe, participate, and analyze intercultural interactions on campus and in the community.

At the conclusion of the course, the student will be able to...

A. Knowledge Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
 Students will understand the similarities and differences of cultural and societal groups living in the United States.
 Students will recognize cultural similarities and differences in verbal and nonverbal communication.
 Students will understand the similarities and differences between their culture and other cultures.
Students will understand how culture shapes and is reflected in communication between males and females.

B. Skill Outcomes
Students will demonstrate knowledge of intercultural communication competence through participating in intercultural research and observation.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of intercultural communication competence through participating in an intercultural interview. 
Students will recognize and understand the role of communication in intercultural adaptation and acculturation.
Students will recognize the differences between race, ethnicity, and nationality.

Each week has a different learning outcome and a different reading for the week (Open Education Resources and Library Article links of course!

Each semester, I also make a course navigation video. here it is!



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How to Link to a Specific Tweet - Great for Classes!


Sometimes, it is very difficult for students and others to link to a specific tweet. This video highlights a VERY SIMPLE way to link to a tweet and to integrate it into a Google Document (or potentially in an email).

Check it out!



How could you integrate this social media skill into your classes?

Interested in a specific student success topic or do you need a speaker for an upcoming conference? Contact me via direct message on Twitter or join our Student Success Communication and Technology Institute on Facebook!

Thanks for visiting! 

Sincerely,

Dr. Jennifer T. Edwards
Higher Education Speaker and Researcher

My Social Media Channels!
Remember to Follow Me on Twitter! @drjtedwards
I Always Post Higher Education Videos on YouTube
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My Research Interests: Customer Service and Social Media, Higher Education Retention, and Millennials at Work

Monday, January 21, 2019

Social Media - How to Use Social Media for Event Promotion and Planning


Social Media is an incredible tool for planning and promoting special events. Check this video out to discover HOW to promote an event on social media.




What else would you add to the list?

Interested in a specific student success topic or do you need a speaker for an upcoming conference? Contact me via direct message on Twitter or join our Student Success Communication and Technology Institute on Facebook!

Thanks for visiting! 

Sincerely,

Dr. Jennifer T. Edwards
Higher Education Speaker and Researcher

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Remember to Follow Me on Twitter! @drjtedwards
I Always Post Higher Education Videos on YouTube
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My Research Interests: Customer Service and Social Media, Higher Education Retention, and Millennials at Work

Monday, January 14, 2019

How to Plan Social Media Goals for 2019


Last week, we planned our social media strategy and now, we are talking about our social media goals (and goal planning in general)!

Join us for tonight’s chat! Planning out Social Media Goals for 2019!

What worked well in 2018? What to anticipate in 2019? How to Measure Your Social Media Goals. How to Make Incentives for Your Social Media Goals!


I ended the session by highlighting the main points:

Tonight, we talked about the following:
1) Take a look at your social networks. What are you especially proud of this year?
2) After looking at your social networks, what would you like to change?
3) By June 2019, what do you plan to accomplish?
4) By December 2019, what do you plan to accomplish?
5) What things that you are planning to do to change your life this year?

How do you plan to measure your goals? Respond below!

Interested in a specific student success topic or do you need a speaker for an upcoming conference? Contact me via direct message on Twitter or join our Student Success Communication and Technology Institute on Facebook!

Thanks for visiting! 

Sincerely,

Dr. Jennifer T. Edwards
Higher Education Speaker and Researcher

My Social Media Channels!
Remember to Follow Me on Twitter! @drjtedwards
I Always Post Higher Education Videos on YouTube
Find Me on Instagram
Engage with Me on Facebook!
Watch My Videos on Twitter Live - http://www.periscope.com/drjtedwards/
Email Me! I am PR Friendly! - jennifertedwards@gmail.com
My Research Interests: Customer Service and Social Media, Higher Education Retention, and Millennials at Work