COMM 300: Communication Theory

Communication Theory introduces the basic theories of human communication, mass communication, and new media — the foundation course for Communication Studies.

What COMM 300 covers

(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications but is not a writing course.) Prerequisite: WRTG 112. An introduction to communication theory. The objective is to apply communication theory and evaluate communication situations.

The basic theories of human communication, mass communication, and new media and technology are explored. Focus is on the relationships among communication theory, research, and practice. Topics include intra- and interpersonal communication, public communication, mass media, and contemporary issues associated with mediated communication.

Typical COMM 300 assignments

Expect an assignment requiring you to apply a specific communication theory to evaluate a real communication situation, connecting theory to research and practice.

Key topics in COMM 300

• Human, mass, and new media communication theory
• Relationships among theory, research, and practice
• Intra- and interpersonal communication
• Contemporary mediated communication issues

Writing tips for COMM 300

Follow the assignment instructions and rubric line by line

UMGC assignments for COMM 300 are graded against a specific rubric or grading criteria your instructor provides — every requirement has to be visibly addressed. Skipping a requirement because it seems minor is one of the most common reasons a strong submission loses points.

Apply a named communication theory or framework, not a general observation

COMM 300 expects you to name and apply a specific communication theory or framework to your example — a general observation about media or communication that doesn't tie back to the course's own vocabulary usually loses points.

Ground claims in specific, current examples, not general media impressions

UMGC's Communication Studies courses consistently grade whether claims are grounded in specific, current, and cited examples — a real news story, campaign, or platform feature — rather than broad generalizations about "the media."

Why students seek help with COMM 300

Students sometimes evaluate a communication situation using general observations without applying the specific named theory COMM 300 requires — the rubric typically wants that named-theory application shown, not a general impression.

How GradeEssays helps with COMM 300

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Prerequisites and course context

COMM 300 requires WRTG 112 (Academic Writing II), and is itself a required prerequisite for COMM 302, COMM 480, and COMM 495.

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