Communication 310 - Social Influence & Persuasion

Fall
2020
01
3.00
Soo Young Bae
TU TH 2:30PM 3:45PM
UMass Amherst
57957
Fully Remote Class
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. Taking COMM 121 or COMM 122 prior to enrollment in this course is highly recommended.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.