Dean Batson
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Mail code: 1205Campus: Tempe
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Dean Batson is an educator with a knack for making communication exciting. Splitting his time between Arizona State University and Phoenix College, Dean teaches everything from public speaking, small group communication, and consumerism to the impact of AI on how we connect. Before stepping into the classroom, he spent years in the corporate world, leading marketing and communication teams to success. Now, he brings that real-world experience into his courses, helping students gain the skills they need to shine in their future careers. When he's not teaching, you can find Dean out on the trails with his mountain bike or plotting his next overlanding adventure. He’s all about blending curiosity with communication—and making sure his students have fun while learning.
- Bachelor of Arts in English from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
- Master's in Communication from Arizona State University
Courses
2025 Spring
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| COM 225 | Public Speaking & Presentation |
| COM 230 | Teamwork and Collaboration |
| COM 230 | Teamwork and Collaboration |
| COM 320 | Communication and Consumerism |
2024 Fall
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| COM 319 | Persuasion/Social Influence |
| COM 320 | Communication and Consumerism |
| COM 230 | Small Group Communication |
| COM 259 | Comm Bus & the Professions |
| COM 225 | Public Speaking |
| COM 259 | Comm Bus & the Professions |
2024 Spring
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| COM 225 | Public Speaking |
| COM 320 | Communication and Consumerism |
| COM 225 | Public Speaking |
| COM 230 | Small Group Communication |
2023 Fall
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| COM 320 | Communication and Consumerism |
| COM 230 | Small Group Communication |
| COM 230 | Small Group Communication |