The following learning objectives correspond to the content in the course.  Learning will be evaluated through assignments and the final examination.

• Students will define the components of communication.
• Students will define three levels of context as we are considering them in this course.
• Students will define situational context and give three examples to illustrate its influence on communication.
• Students will define the elements of a good observation.
• Students will define social/interpersonal context and give one example to illustrate its influence on communication.
• Students will define and given an example of the components of a system.
• Students will define cultural context using cultural practices, including listing the key elements of cultural practice.
• Students will appreciate cultural diversity across and within groups, understanding the concept of acculturation.
• Students will explain social-cultural learning, including the zone of proximal development. 
• Students will define the WHO/ICF Model.
• Students will explain how culture and systems interface with the WHO/ICF model in impacting communication in healthcare.
• Students will demonstrate basic skills in scientific writing.