Spring 2021
INF 385T Special Topics in Information Science : Seminar: Propaganda, Deception, Manipulation, Technology, and the Law
| Unique ID: 28420 | Bryan Jones |
| 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm | |
DESCRIPTION
Examination of propaganda and disinformation campaigns, the psychology behind how they work and how they became central to both the Cold War and political elections; as well as the advent of social media and algorithmic optimization to facilitate and accelerate the reach and impact.
PREREQUISITES
Graduate standing.
SCHEDULE NOTES
Synchronous class meetings conducted online.
Cross-listing of LAW 397S, hosted by the School of Law.
RESTRICTIONS
iSchool students prioritized during earlier registration periods. Additional seats may become available for outside students in a later period.