INFO 5450 - Computer-Mediated Communication

Spring. 3 credits. Student option grading.

Prerequisite: COMM 2450, INFO 4450 or permission of instructor. Permission of instructor required. Enrollment limited to: MPS students. Co-meets with COMM 4450/COMM 6450/INFO 4450/INFO 6450.

S. Fussell.

Focuses on reading and evaluating the theories and research methodologies used to investigate communication via computer systems. Assignments include student collaborations using electronic conferencing and other advanced communication technologies, as well as reflections on and evaluations of these collaborations in light of current theories and research findings.

Topics include virtual teams, videoconferencing, and others as they emerge.