Introduces an evolutionary approach to human communication. Studies the science of human communication as it relates to mating, aggression, pathogen avoidance, hierarchy navigation. Class also covers signaling models from animal communication/biology and social processes such as religion, art, music.

Prerequisites: Not open to freshmen.

4

Units

Optional

Grading

1, 2, 3

Passtime

Not open to freshmen

Level Limit

Letters and science

College
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Scott Reid
3.6
55 reviews
Yuan-Fang Wang
1.9
48 reviews

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COMM104 . 9 Days Ago

Wasn't the best but wasn't the worst. Did not take attendance and posted lecture slides which was super helpful. Didn't show up to almost all lectures and still passed. Gave us a huge curve at the end of the class based on everyone's scores! Very passionate about the topics but tests are wordy and lecture heavy! Focuses on minor details.

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COMM104 . 16 Days Ago

I don't know why there are so many bad reviews, the truth is if you don't pay attention or attend lecture you'll have a difficult time. Honestly his lectures are very interesting and he's clearly passionate about the subject. Just pay attention, do the work, and you'll get a good grade.

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104 . 10 Months Ago

Comm 104 with Professor Reid is one of my favorite communication classes. He is a great lecturer and we watched a lot of cool animal videos. The class/tests are pretty hard but he "curves" final grades well so it evens out. Your grade is made up of 4 quizzes, 2 papers, a final, and a midterm. If you dont attend class you won't do well.

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104 . 1 Year, 12 Days Ago

Scott is a funny guy. He's got an Australian accent and tries to make class interesting, but the energy just isn't there. His lectures are not super engaging and not mandatory, but practically are due to the fact that his slides are sparse and impossible to follow without being in lecture. Quizzes and tests are decently hard.

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COMM104 . 1 Year, 5 Months Ago

Professor Reid is incredible. Absolutely adored his lectures and his humor. Super engaging and highly knowledgeable. Its a difficult course because of the science heavy content but its so worth it. I would highly reccommend this class. This is what higher education is for. Beautiful educational experiences with seasoned academic professionals.

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104 . 1 Year, 5 Months Ago

Was only a 3-week course, but was one of the best classes I have taken. He was fantastic, excited and passionate about his area of study. Very science-based, a unique course in the major. Lectures are essential and without them you will be lost. Will take the time to talk through concepts and the paper, so go to office hours if you can.

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