Courses
COMM7790 Communication and Technology (3 units)
- Medium of Instruction:
- English or Putonghua
This course is designed to introduce theories and evidence that describe and explain how technologies affect communication occurs at individual, interpersonal, group, and community levels. It will cover multiple perspectives that account for communication processes involving technologies. Students will be exposed to research on communication technologies in interpersonal relationships, online groups, political movements, business practices, and health contexts. Practical implications will also be discussed through evaluating and critiquing designs of communication technologies.