22 classes matched your search criteria.

Spring 2025  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (53236)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Class Attributes:
Delivery Mode
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025
Tue, Thu 09:45AM - 11:00AM
UMTC, East Bank
Enrollment Status:
Open (0 of 35 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/53236/1253
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Fall 2024  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (33182)

Instructor(s)
No instructor assigned
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/03/2024 - 12/11/2024
Mon, Wed 02:30PM - 03:45PM
UMTC, East Bank
Ford Hall B80
Enrollment Status:
Open (3 of 35 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
This course is designed to familiarize you with the complex and dynamic phenomenon of persuasion as a form of human communication. There are three basic objectives for the course: 1) To be able to understand the concept of persuasion from a theoretical perspective, and be familiar with the research findings on the persuasion process. 2) To demonstrate understanding of the process of persuasion in a variety of communication contexts, through oral and written exercises. 3) To be a critical consumer of persuasive messages.
Grading:
12% Midterm Exam
12% Final Exam
25% Reports/Papers
12% Special Projects
25% Quizzes
12% Class Participation
Exam Format:
Mixture of multiple choice and short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
80% Lecture
20% Discussion
Workload:
25 Pages Reading Per Week
30 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Exam(s)
4 Paper(s)
Other Workload: Group advertising campaign project
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/33182/1249
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
4 September 2007

Spring 2024  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (53662)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Class Attributes:
Delivery Mode
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/16/2024 - 04/29/2024
Tue, Thu 09:45AM - 11:00AM
UMTC, East Bank
Ford Hall B80
Enrollment Status:
Open (29 of 35 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/53662/1243
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Spring 2023  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (54100)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Class Attributes:
Delivery Mode
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/17/2023 - 05/01/2023
Tue, Thu 09:45AM - 11:00AM
UMTC, East Bank
Ford Hall 115
Enrollment Status:
Open (29 of 30 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/54100/1233
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Spring 2022  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (55206)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Mode
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/18/2022 - 05/02/2022
Tue, Thu 08:15AM - 09:30AM
UMTC, East Bank
Ford Hall B80
Enrollment Status:
Open (18 of 30 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/55206/1223
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Fall 2021  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (34726)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Mode
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/07/2021 - 12/15/2021
Tue, Thu 08:15AM - 09:30AM
UMTC, East Bank
Ford Hall B15
Enrollment Status:
Open (21 of 42 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/34726/1219
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Spring 2021  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (51239)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
Completely Online
Class Attributes:
Delivery Mode
Online Course
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/19/2021 - 05/03/2021
Tue, Thu 09:45AM - 11:00AM
Off Campus
UMN REMOTE
Enrollment Status:
Closed (30 of 30 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/51239/1213
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Fall 2020  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (17319)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
Completely Online
Class Attributes:
Online Course
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/08/2020 - 12/16/2020
Mon, Wed 09:45AM - 11:00AM
Off Campus
UMN REMOTE
Enrollment Status:
Open (41 of 42 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Notes:
This course is completely online in a synchronous format. The course will meet online at the scheduled times.
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/17319/1209
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Spring 2020  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (54989)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/21/2020 - 05/04/2020
Tue, Thu 09:45AM - 11:00AM
UMTC, East Bank
Science Teaching Student Svcs 432
Enrollment Status:
Open (51 of 52 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/54989/1203
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Fall 2019  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (21256)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/03/2019 - 12/11/2019
Mon, Wed 09:45AM - 11:00AM
UMTC, East Bank
Burton Hall 120
Enrollment Status:
Closed (52 of 52 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/21256/1199
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Spring 2019  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (55743)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019
Tue, Thu 09:45AM - 11:00AM
UMTC, East Bank
Burton Hall 120
Enrollment Status:
Closed (52 of 52 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/55743/1193
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Fall 2018  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (34729)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/04/2018 - 12/12/2018
Mon, Wed 11:15AM - 12:30PM
UMTC, East Bank
Civil Engineering Building 212
Enrollment Status:
Closed (49 of 50 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/34729/1189
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Spring 2018  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (67784)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/16/2018 - 05/04/2018
Tue, Thu 09:45AM - 11:00AM
UMTC, East Bank
Civil Engineering Building 212
Enrollment Status:
Open (59 of 60 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/67784/1183
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Fall 2017  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (14049)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/05/2017 - 12/13/2017
Mon, Wed 08:15AM - 09:30AM
UMTC, East Bank
Ford Hall B10
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
This course is designed to familiarize you with the complex and dynamic phenomenon of persuasion as a form of human communication. There are three basic objectives for the course: 1) To be able to understand the concept of persuasion from a theoretical perspective, and be familiar with the research findings on the persuasion process. 2) To demonstrate understanding of the process of persuasion in a variety of communication contexts, through oral and written exercises. 3) To be a critical consumer of persuasive messages.
Grading:
12% Midterm Exam
12% Final Exam
25% Reports/Papers
12% Special Projects
25% Quizzes
12% Class Participation
Exam Format:
Mixture of multiple choice and short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
80% Lecture
20% Discussion
Workload:
25 Pages Reading Per Week
30 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Exam(s)
4 Paper(s)
Other Workload: Group advertising campaign project
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/14049/1179
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
4 September 2007

Fall 2016  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (14205)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/06/2016 - 12/14/2016
Wed, Fri 08:15AM - 09:30AM
UMTC, East Bank
Nicholson Hall 125
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/14205/1169
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Spring 2016  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (50397)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/19/2016 - 05/06/2016
Tue, Thu 08:15AM - 09:30AM
UMTC, East Bank
Kenneth H Keller Hall 3-111
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Notes:
Course description info can be found at: http://classinfo.umn.edu/?rosex013+COMM3431+Spring2016
Class Description:
Persuasion Theories is an introduction to the infinitely complex phenomenon of persuasion. There are three basic objectives for the course: (1) Understand the basic theories of persuasion, and be familiar with the research findings; (2) Demonstrate understanding of persuasion processes in a variety of communication contexts; and (3) Learn to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 3 analysis papers where students find examples of persuasive messages and analyze them using various theories, regular in-class group discussions, 4 tests, and a group project designed to counteract the effects of advertising for a chosen product or service.
Grading:
4 tests (50% of the course grade)
3 analysis papers (22% of the course grade)
Group project (18% of the course grade)
In-class group discussions (10% of the course grade)
Exam Format:
16 multiple choice questions, 3 short answer/definition questions
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
20 Pages Writing Per Term
4 Tests
3 Individual Papers
1 Group Paper
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/50397/1163
Syllabus:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
1 November 2015

Fall 2015  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (11151)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/08/2015 - 12/16/2015
Mon, Wed, Fri 09:05AM - 09:55AM
UMTC, East Bank
Kenneth H Keller Hall 3-115
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Theories of Persuasion is designed to familiarize the student with the complex and dynamic phenomenon of persuasion as a form of human communication. There are three basic objectives for the course: 1)To be able to understand the concept of persuasion from a theoretical perspective, and be familiar with the research findings on the persuasion process; 2)To demonstrate understanding of the process of persuasion in a variety of communication contexts, through oral and written exercises; 3) To be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 4 scrapbooks (where the student finds persuasive messages and analyzes them), 3 tests, and a group project centered around an advertising campaign. In addition, there will be regular in-class exercises performed in groups.
Grading:
28% Midterm Exam
28% Final Exam
25% Reports/Papers
9% Special Projects
10% Class Participation
Exam Format:
Approx. 60% multiple choice, short answer & definitions, and one essay question
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
25 Pages Writing Per Term
3 Exam(s)
4 Paper(s)
Other Workload: Group project - ad campaign
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/11151/1159
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
4 September 2007

Spring 2015  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (50450)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Medium
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/20/2015 - 05/08/2015
Tue, Thu 08:15AM - 09:30AM
UMTC, East Bank
Akerman Hall 209
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems. prereq: Soph recommended
Class Description:
Theories of Persuasion is designed to familiarize the student with the complex and dynamic phenomenon of persuasion as a form of human communication. There are three basic objectives for the course: 1)To be able to understand the concept of persuasion from a theoretical perspective, and be familiar with the research findings on the persuasion process; 2)To demonstrate understanding of the process of persuasion in a variety of communication contexts, through oral and written exercises; 3) To be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 4 scrapbooks (where the student finds persuasive messages and analyzes them), 3 tests, and a group project centered around an advertising campaign. In addition, there will be regular in-class exercises performed in groups.
Grading:
28% Midterm Exam
28% Final Exam
25% Reports/Papers
9% Special Projects
10% Class Participation
Exam Format:
Approx. 60% multiple choice, short answer & definitions, and one essay question
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
25 Pages Writing Per Term
3 Exam(s)
4 Paper(s)
Other Workload: Group project - ad campaign
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/50450/1153
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
4 September 2007

Fall 2014  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (11250)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Medium
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/02/2014 - 12/10/2014
Mon, Wed 02:30PM - 03:45PM
UMTC, East Bank
Ford Hall B10
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems.
Class Description:
Theories of Persuasion is designed to familiarize the student with the complex and dynamic phenomenon of persuasion as a form of human communication. There are three basic objectives for the course: 1)To be able to understand the concept of persuasion from a theoretical perspective, and be familiar with the research findings on the persuasion process; 2)To demonstrate understanding of the process of persuasion in a variety of communication contexts, through oral and written exercises; 3) To be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 4 scrapbooks (where the student finds persuasive messages and analyzes them), 3 tests, and a group project centered around an advertising campaign. In addition, there will be regular in-class exercises performed in groups.
Grading:
28% Midterm Exam
28% Final Exam
25% Reports/Papers
9% Special Projects
10% Class Participation
Exam Format:
Approx. 60% multiple choice, short answer & definitions, and one essay question
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
25 Pages Writing Per Term
3 Exam(s)
4 Paper(s)
Other Workload: Group project - ad campaign
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/11250/1149
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
4 September 2007

Spring 2014  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (55327)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Medium
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/21/2014 - 05/09/2014
Mon, Wed, Fri 01:25PM - 02:15PM
UMTC, East Bank
Akerman Hall 225
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems.
Class Description:
Theories of Persuasion is designed to familiarize the student with the complex and dynamic phenomenon of persuasion as a form of human communication. There are three basic objectives for the course: 1)To be able to understand the concept of persuasion from a theoretical perspective, and be familiar with the research findings on the persuasion process; 2)To demonstrate understanding of the process of persuasion in a variety of communication contexts, through oral and written exercises; 3) To be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 4 scrapbooks (where the student finds persuasive messages and analyzes them), 3 tests, and a group project centered around an advertising campaign. In addition, there will be regular in-class exercises performed in groups.
Grading:
28% Midterm Exam
28% Final Exam
25% Reports/Papers
9% Special Projects
10% Class Participation
Exam Format:
Approx. 60% multiple choice, short answer & definitions, and one essay question
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
25 Pages Writing Per Term
3 Exam(s)
4 Paper(s)
Other Workload: Group project - ad campaign
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/55327/1143
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
4 September 2007

Fall 2013  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (16914)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Medium
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/03/2013 - 12/11/2013
Mon, Wed, Fri 09:05AM - 09:55AM
UMTC, East Bank
Elliott Hall N119
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems.
Class Description:
Theories of Persuasion is designed to familiarize the student with the complex and dynamic phenomenon of persuasion as a form of human communication. There are three basic objectives for the course: 1)To be able to understand the concept of persuasion from a theoretical perspective, and be familiar with the research findings on the persuasion process; 2)To demonstrate understanding of the process of persuasion in a variety of communication contexts, through oral and written exercises; 3) To be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 4 scrapbooks (where the student finds persuasive messages and analyzes them), 3 tests, and a group project centered around an advertising campaign. In addition, there will be regular in-class exercises performed in groups.
Grading:
28% Midterm Exam
28% Final Exam
25% Reports/Papers
9% Special Projects
10% Class Participation
Exam Format:
Approx. 60% multiple choice, short answer & definitions, and one essay question
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
25 Pages Writing Per Term
3 Exam(s)
4 Paper(s)
Other Workload: Group project - ad campaign
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/16914/1139
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
4 September 2007

Spring 2013  |  COMM 3431 Section 001: Persuasion Theories (50446)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Medium
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/22/2013 - 05/10/2013
Mon, Wed, Fri 01:25PM - 02:15PM
UMTC, East Bank
Mechanical Engineering 108
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Sociological, psychological, and communication perspectives. Theoretical knowledge applied to persuasion problems.
Class Description:
Theories of Persuasion is designed to familiarize the student with the complex and dynamic phenomenon of persuasion as a form of human communication. There are three basic objectives for the course: 1)To be able to understand the concept of persuasion from a theoretical perspective, and be familiar with the research findings on the persuasion process; 2)To demonstrate understanding of the process of persuasion in a variety of communication contexts, through oral and written exercises; 3) To be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Course assignments include 4 scrapbooks (where the student finds persuasive messages and analyzes them), 3 tests, and a group project centered around an advertising campaign. In addition, there will be regular in-class exercises performed in groups.
Grading:
28% Midterm Exam
28% Final Exam
25% Reports/Papers
9% Special Projects
10% Class Participation
Exam Format:
Approx. 60% multiple choice, short answer & definitions, and one essay question
Class Format:
60% Lecture
10% Discussion
10% Laboratory
10% Other Style group projects
Workload:
25-30 Pages Reading Per Week
25 Pages Writing Per Term
3 Exam(s)
4 Paper(s)
Other Workload: Group project - ad campaign
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/50446/1133
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/rosex013_COMM3431_Spring2016.pdf (Spring 2016)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
4 September 2007

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