Communication Theories ((4 Credits))

Catalog description

This course introduces students to a wide range of communication theories that help to explore and explain how individuals and groups communicate at the interpersonal, organizational, and mass communication levels. Students will explore a variety of theoretical perspectives and apply theoretical lenses to explain communications and to develop communication strategies for real-life communication situations. Prerequisite (must complete before registering): Ability to write at an upper level Notes: This is designed for students planning to concentrate in some aspect of Communication. Students planning to attend graduate programs in Communications may also want to consider taking Social Science Methods and Theory (or Qualitative and/or Quantitative Methods) and Statistics.