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In a series of videos presented by GameSpot, UC Berkeley linguistics students analyze the communication system of the video game “Journey,” in which players interact without words or text.
Tag: communication
Gossip isn’t all bad — new study finds its social and psychological benefits
January 17, 2012:
For centuries, gossip has been dismissed as salacious, idle chatter that can damage reputations and erode trust. But a new study suggests rumor-mongering can have positive outcomes such as helping us police bad behavior, prevent exploitation and lower stress. Listen to UC Berkeley social psychologist Robb Willer discuss the virtues of gossip on KQED Forum.
I-School student projects make a difference for people in need
December 21, 2010:
Students in a School of Information course are using innovations in information and communication technologies — plus $10,000 in prize money — to make a real difference in the world by creating sustainable social enterprises for rural developing regions.
