Examines landmark theories from a variety of disciplines, all or most of which preceded digital communication, that provide the theoretical dynamics that inform, embody, or are altered by computer-mediated communication and online social interaction. By studying modern benchmarks in psychology, sociology, anthropology, education, management, nonverbal interaction, and communication, the objectives of the course are to cultivate participants? social scientific foundation with which to ground the study of contemporary electronic media in historical and theoretical contexts, enhance their research by improving their ability to recognize and capitalize on existing theories, and to sharpen their conceptual analysis.

Prerequisites: Graduate standing; consent of department for students outside of COMM.

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Units

Optional

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1, 2, 3

Passtime

Graduate students only

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Letters and science

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WALTHER J B
Joe Walther
4.0
15 reviews

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SSMS 4143
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15:00 PM - 17:50 PM
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COMM185 . Walther J B 7 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 7 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 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 9 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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COMM185 . Walther J B 2 Years Ago

I absolutely love Professor Walther. He really helped guide my through his course. His weekly quizzes can be tricky but if you do the readings, and go to TA office hours every week, the TA will help guide you on what concepts to focus on. That really helped me get through the course. He was extremely understanding and cares a lot about his students

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COMM185 . Walther J B 2 Years Ago

Professor Walther is one of the most caring professors I've met. His class is graded on weekly quizzes and light participation, it's not an easy class but it isn't too hard either. When I expressed how I was stressed, him and his TA really helped guide me through it. He truly wants to see his students succeed, and you'll learn SO much from him.

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