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COM 342 - Persuasion

Institution:
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Subject:
Communication Studies
Description:
The focus of this course is to develop an understanding of the theories and means of social influence and persuasion that determine then drive audience change. Topics covered include: foundational theories of persuasion, applied persuasion efforts in various settings using varied mediums, and communication strategies for crafting written and spoken persuasive messages.
Credits:
3.00
Credit Hours:
Prerequisites:
(COM 209 or SPK 208), COM 211, COM 213
Corequisites:
Exclusions:
Level:
Instructional Type:
Lecture
Notes:
Additional Information:
Historical Version(s):
Institution Website:
Phone Number:
(610) 436-1000
Regional Accreditation:
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
Calendar System:
Semester

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