Communication 310 - Social Influence & Persuasion

Fall
2018
01
3.00
Soo Young Bae
TU TH 2:30PM 3:45PM
UMass Amherst
72379
Machmer Hall room W-26
sooyoungbae@umass.edu
This course examines theories and key research findings in the field of persuasion and social influence through the lens of communication. We will examine theories in social psychology to understand the underlying process of persuasion and apply this knowledge to explain how attitudes and behaviors are spread through interpersonal and mass communication. Taking COMM 121 (Intro to Media + Culture) or COMM 122 (Intro the Media Programming + Institutions) prior to enrollment in this course is highly recommended.
Open to Senior and Junior Communication majors only.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.