Course Details

1. Define the concepts, similarities and differences of interpersonal, group and mass communication and recognize their basic principles and functions.
2. Apply the theories and basic principles of interpersonal, group and mass communication in various environments of communication.
3. Identify and analyse verbal and non-verbal behaviour as expressed in the various types of communication, and to compare the inter-cultural communication relations.
4. Evaluate and apply different communication approaches in various communication situations.
5. Compose various communication patterns in order to engage in different communication challenges in their daily interactions and professional life.

Introduction to the principles of Communication: Definition and functions of communication. Communication models and  basic principles. Effective communication patterns and the aim of communication.

Perception and self perception: Definition of perception. Definition and factors of self perception and perception of others.

Culture and communication: Cultural differences in communication. Cross-cultural communication.

Verbal and non-verbal communication: Nature, characteristics  and use of verbal and non-verbal behaviours.

Interpersonal communication: Discussion management. Theories of interpersonal relationships. Conflict management.

Group communication: Creation and communication of groups. Group leadership

Mass communication: Uses and influences of mass media. Mass communication in society and culture.

• Lecture notes prepared by the instructor.
• DeVito, J. A., (2004). Ανθρώπινη Επικοινωνία. (Human Communication) Αθήνα: Ελλην. (In Greek)
• Verderber, R. F. (1998) Η Τέχνη της Επικοινωνίας. (The Art of Communication) Αθήνα: Έλλην. (In Greek)

• Καζάζη, Γρ. Μ. (2002). Ανθρώπινες Σχέσεις και Επικοινωνία. (Human Relations and Communication) Αθήνα: Έλλην. (In Greek)
• McQuail, D., (2001). Σύγχρονα Μοντέλα Επικοινωνίας: Για τη Μελέτη της Μαζικής Επικοινωνίας. (Contemporary Communication Models: For the Study of Mass Communication. Αθήνα: Καστανιώτης. (In Greek)