COMM 2450

COMM 2450

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2020-2021.

Introduces students to the Communication and Information Technologies focus area of the communication department and the Human Systems track for information science. It examines several approaches to understanding technology and its role in human behavior and society. Topics include psychological aspects of computer-mediated communication; how design plays a role in the way we interface with technology and collaborate with each other; and the ways in which communication technology is situated inside social and institutional structures and cultural formations.

When Offered Fall, Summer.

Distribution Category (SBA-AG)

Outcomes
  • Students will be able to evaluate (both existing and hypothetical) communication technologies using principles of user-centered design.
  • Students will be able to anticipate consequences of communication technology (both existing and hypothetical) on individual behavior and personal well-being.
  • Students will be able to anticipate consequences of communication technology (both existing and hypothetical) on collective behavior and effectiveness.

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Syllabi: none
  •   Three Week - First.  Combined with: INFO 2450

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  1322 COMM 2450   LEC 001

    • MTWRF Online Meeting
    • Jun 1 - Jun 17, 2021
    • Yu, C

  • Instruction Mode: Online
    This Online Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit http://www.sce.cornell.edu/ss/courses/courses.php?v=2198