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Explores issues and questions about computer-mediated communication and social media in a variety of relationship stages (such as impression formation and relational development to relationship maintenance and termination), contexts (friendship and romantic relationships, collaboration and work), and technologies, in order to understand the psychological, interpersonal, professional, social, and cultural impacts of digital communication media on human relationships. The main course objective is to develop a critical and practical view of online communication--how it differs and how it doesn?t--by applying the processes and principles from theories and research to issues and patterns of interactive communication technology use.

Prerequisites: Not open to Freshmen.

4

Units

Optional

Grading

1, 2, 3

Passtime

Not open to freshmen

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WALTHER J B
Joe Walther
3.9
18 reviews
Winter 2025 . Walther J B Chan C
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15:30 PM - 16:45 PM
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COMM185 . Walther J B 7 Months Ago

Joe was great! I was a little intimidated by his course at first, but it turned out to be a really fair course. The quizzes are tough, but if you read closely and take good notes, you should do well. Extra credit is really generous, and he lets you retake exams for a new grade (except the final). Pretty funny at times, too. JOE IS THE GOAT!!

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COMM185 . Walther J B 10 Months Ago

Joe is the most incredible professor I have ever had! He was so supportive and you can tell he is so passionate about what he teaches. Exams are tricky and require a lot of reading and studying, but it isn't hard to get an A if you put in the work. He's also generous with extra credit. I would definitely recommend taking his classes if you can!

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COMM185 . Walther J B 1 Year, 8 Months Ago

Joe is a very sweet man, but his lectures can get boring. His class overall is pretty easy with 3 quizzes (15pts each), simple 5pt assignments, and some extra credit. Just have to read a few articles each week and follow the lecture outlines that he gives out. Not sure if I'd go out of my way to have him again, but also wouldn't be mad if I did.

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COMM185 . Walther J B 1 Year, 8 Months Ago

Joe is an awesome professor. He is extremely helpful and cares about his students. Nonetheless this class is definitely challenging, if you pay attention in class, ask questions and attend office hours you will do fine.

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COMM185 . Walther J B 1 Year, 8 Months Ago

Joe is such a great professor! Class had 3 exams, a group quiz, and some random participation assigments. Gives 5% extra credit for sona, gives extra credit on group quiz, and curves exams.

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COMM185 . Walther J B 1 Year, 10 Months Ago

I'm so sorry this was the most boring class I've ever taken. Prof droned on for hours in a super monotone voice that was hard to stay awake through. Clearly not too receptive of class behavioral feedback, either.

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