Social Science. A study of the theory and research on the relationships between language, nonverbal behavior, and communication in contemporary American society. We will investigate the practices and techniques involving verbal and nonverbal actions used in everyday encounters. Topics include slang, hate speech, dialects, interactional synchrony, physical symmetry, micro expressions, gestures and more.
Prerequisites
Minimum sophomore standing.
Semester Offered
Odd Year Fall Semester
Distribution
Social Science