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04:192:200 · Communication · School 04
Communication Theory examines concepts, models, and theories about communication in human behavior. Its stated learning goals include recognizing communication theories, explaining theory’s role in research and practice, and applying or critiquing a theory in social or professional life.
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SIRS · 2,490 responses · 2014–2025
Spring 2027
1 open in snapshot · 1 instructor
When it meets
College Avenue
Checked-in sections · current seat counts are unavailable.
M 12:10 PM · College Avenue · 1 section · 1 open
AI-generated overview
3 units · topic sequence may vary by instructor
Study models and theories used to examine communication in human behavior.
Connect theory with communication research and practice.
Identify, summarize, critique, and apply communication theories to social or professional life.
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1 open · College Avenue
Historical student surveys
Teaching
4.41
Course quality
4.28
Response rate
66.3%
Coverage
20 offerings · 2014–2025
| Instructor | Offerings | Teaching | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erin Christie | 5 | 4.32 | 4.26 |
| Jennifer Theiss | 3 | 4.60 | 4.47 |
| Matthew Matsaganis | 3 | 4.20 | 4.17 |
| Maria Venetis | 2 | 4.70 | 4.60 |
| Scott Craig | 2 | 4.50 | 4.20 |
| Theiss Jennifer | 1 | 4.50 | 4.30 |
Catalog and planning context
Credits
3
Current campuses
College Avenue
Current availability
1 open of 1
Catalog terms
Fall, Spring, Summer
Core codes
AHo, AHq, SOEHS
Loaded terms
6
(04:189:101)
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