COMM 383 | Lying and Deception

Deception occurs in communication behavior across species, and lying (i.e., intentional deception) is a pervasive phenomenon in human communication. This course explores the many varieties of deceptive verbal and nonverbal behaviors as well as their motives and consequences, and provides an overview of the research into deception as it has occurred in the field of Communication. Research into deception in a variety of contexts is explored, including but not limited to interpersonal and romantic relationships, online interactions, politics, advertising, journalism and media, and security/policing. Other topics may include the language of deception, cultural norms regarding deception, and deception across species.