180 Day 1 Notes
January 10, 2001

1. Introductions and personal goals
2. Course overview
3. Assignments and labs
a. Subscribe to INLS180-001 by sending mail to listserv@unc.edu leaving subject blank, type:  subscribe INLS180_001 first name last name (NOTE!!! there is an underscore rather than a hypen after 180)
        Search the web for definitions of three terms:
            communication
            information
            interaction
        For each term, decide which definition you like best, and post it to the class list. Be sure to give the source of the definition!
b. Labs on M & W 12:30-1:30 (go over rationale and waiver procedure)
4. Term Projects (see syllabus)
5. Readings
    a. Reading assignments—each person leads one discussion.
    b. Pierce
    c. Schramm
        i. What are today’s influences on channels/components of channels compared with the 1970's?
        ii. Are there global influences on thought influencing the intake of information?
        iii. In what communication situations is the Internet most effective as a means of communication?
6. One-minute paper concept
What was the big point you learned in class today?
What is the main, unanswered question you leave class with today?