An introduction to major theories and theoretical influences in the field of communication. Theories are examined in the areas of verbal and nonverbal messages, cognition and persuasion, and the contexts of interpersonal, intercultural, small group, organizational, and mass communication.

No Prerequisites

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Walid Afifi
3.6
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COMM89 . Afifi W A 16 Days Ago

Professor Afifi was awesome!! Loved him and this class. He is super knowledgable and clearly is very invested in his work. The class is pretty hard, so be ready to but in the work. The only things grades were the 2 midterms, essay test, and final. Study the lecture notes for the tests and you will do good. He also curves the tests which was helpful

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COMM89 . Afifi W A A Month Ago

Afifi is clearly passionate about what he teaches, his lectures were very well structured and kept students engaged however the content on exams was based on lectures, videos, and readings so be sure to STUDY ALL MATERIALS. He didn't round or provide extra credit when I took his course if you need to make the Comm GPA req, be mindful of his grading

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COMM89 . Afifi W A 2 Months Ago

Really nice and knowledgeable but I wouldn't take his class if you like structure. No study guides provided for tests and anything he says verbally (not on slides) during lecture will probably be on the tests… and he talks fast. This class is harder than it should be, but it's obvious he is a very passionate teacher if thats important to you!

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COMM89 . Afifi W A 1 Year, 18 Days Ago

He is very hot. And I enjoyed his class- partly because he is really hot. Two thumbs up. Tests were challenging, but in a good way. Just study and you will do well.

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COMM89 . Afifi W A 1 Year, 28 Days Ago

his class is very lecture important and make sure you do the readings and videos. his exams are SO HARD and specific. make sure you study study study for this class. one of the hardest classes ive taken and only graded on like 5 assignments.

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COMM89 . Afifi W A 1 Year, 2 Months Ago

afifi keeps it tf real. his tests are super hard and specific. STUDYYYYYY cuz i bombed every single one

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