PSCI-280: Lying and Lie Detection

Credits 3
Grade Scheme
BC
Session Cycle
F

Introduces students to the research on and application of lie detection and the political art of lying. Topics include learning to detect lies, application of lies, and determine shades of truth. Lie detection is twofold - learning to detect lies of suspects and knowing how to detect truths of individuals in all areas of life. The work in the class will include analyzing micro-facial expressions, body language, and how society defines lying in different settings. Application of the techniques will include political leaders, countries, cultural differences, and lying with data for political purposes. FILA general education: social sciences.

Corequisites or Prerequisites
Term Offered
Fall Only