Abstract
Institutions of higher learning increasingly focus on the first year experience (FYE), given the twin needs of persistence and retention. In view of this renewed emphasis, this essay provides insights from theory and practice exploring how the basic oral communication course (BOCC) can adapt existing basic course content and pedagogy, as informed by the standards established by the National Communication Association, to more effectively address the FYE. Specifically, this essay summarizes FYE scholarly literature, reviews representative FYE textbooks, and discusses apparent connections between FYE, basic communication content, and the ways in which the BOCC can practically and naturally link to FYE initiatives.
Recommended Citation
Worley, David W. and Worley, Debra A.
(2006)
"The First Year Experience (FYE) and the Basic Communication Course: Insights from Theory and Practice,"
Basic Communication Course Annual: Vol. 18, Article 8.
Available at:
https://ecommons.udayton.edu/bcca/vol18/iss1/8
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