General Catalog 2022-23

Lecture, three hours. Survey of recent scientific approaches to dyadic communication and relationships. Surveys selection of experimental, observational, and quantitative methods, and how they can be applied to key issues in dyadic communication and interpersonal relationships. Topics include recent technological techniques for measuring and influencing dyads, including role of peripheral devices such as phones or other wearable devices. Consideration of dyadic processes including influence, mimicry, leadership, active listening, and more. Consideration also of how findings apply beyond dyads to teams. Letter grading.