Portland-State-University 2014-2015 Bulletin

Comm 518 Advanced Interpersonal Communication

Theory course in which students analyze current concepts and theories related to inter-personal communication, comparing and contrasting various models and their relative adequacy in representing the complexity of communication processes. The impact on actual communicative practices is examined. The influence of particular historical perspectives and contemporary issues and trends on interpersonal communication is analyzed through evaluation of empirical data and general cultural texts. Research project required. Also offered for undergraduate-level credit as Comm 418 and may be taken only once for credit.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: upper-division standing. Expected preparation: core communication courses (Comm 200, Comm 311, Comm 316, Comm 326),and Comm 218 – Interpersonal Communication.
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