Special Topics
COM EM 761
Specific issues in emerging media are brought into focus allowing for a thorough investigation. This course's content offers faculty and students an opportunity to explore the particular question. When the course is offered, the particular topic of focus will depend on the interests of faculty members, and will not be standardized.
FALL 2025 Schedule
| Section | Instructor | Location | Schedule | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Katz | COM 215 | MW 2:30 pm-4:15 pm | TOPIC: AI, Robots, and Human-Communication. Description: This Master's-level course explores the dynamic communication landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and human-machine communication, encompassing robots, within social contexts. Through theoretical study, applied research, and hands-on projects, students will investigate real-world AI applications to critically assess practical implications, ethical considerations, and policy options. The course integrates critical analysis of current advancements with a forward-looking analysis of human-AI and human-robot interaction trajectories. Course modalities include interactive workshops, in-depth case studies, and collaborative research projects. Open to doctoral students with approval. |
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