HSEM2318H
HSEM 2318H - Lies, Deception, and Persuasion in the Modern World (3 Cr.) Civic Life and Ethics, Social Sciences, Honors
University Honors Program (10150)
TUED - Undergraduate Education Administration
HSEM 2318H - Lies, Deception, and Persuasion in the Modern World (3 Cr.) Civic Life and Ethics, Social Sciences, Honors
Course description
Deception and persuasion are important facets of human communication. This honors seminar will draw on theories of deceit and persuasion to answer questions such as: Why do we lie? Is it easy to tell when someone is lying? How do we use deception to influence others? Is it always wrong to lie? And how has the internet and rise of social media changed the landscape and political impact of persuasion and lies?
This course will challenge students to reflect on the ethical boundaries of lying and social influence. We will examine lies and persuasion in politics, the consumer marketplace, and in online environments. We will also study the impact of mis- and disinformation campaigns on society and learn strategies to resist deceptive persuasion to become more thoughtful consumers and responsible citizens.
This course will challenge students to reflect on the ethical boundaries of lying and social influence. We will examine lies and persuasion in politics, the consumer marketplace, and in online environments. We will also study the impact of mis- and disinformation campaigns on society and learn strategies to resist deceptive persuasion to become more thoughtful consumers and responsible citizens.
Minimum credits
3
Maximum credits
3
Is this course repeatable?
No
Grading basis
A-F - A-F Grade Basis
Discussion
Requirements
000571
This course fulfills the following Liberal Education requirement(s)
Social Sciences, Civic Life and Ethics
Fulfills the writing intensive requirement?
No
Typically offered term(s)
Periodic Spring