EXCO 827 FA - DeceptionCo

1 credit
DeceptionCo will be a pedantic endeavor focused around the study of psychological manipulation in a highly intense social setting. We will engage in social deception games such as Secret Hitler, Coup, and One Night Werewolf to analyze the various dynamics and strategies at play. Social deception is a fulfilling, fascinating, and nigh spiritual process. Gaining skills in deception means fine-tuning one’s observation skills, as well as becoming aware and beginning to control one’s own telltale signs. Thus, strength in the deception department means greater strength and confidence in everyday social interactions. DeceptionCo explores the intersection of psychology and game theory, and facilitates an understanding of societal interaction through high-energy, low-risk scenarios. This Exco improves students’ ability to strategize and read social dynamics, real world skills that are invaluable in any endeavor which requires interacting with other people.

Austin Young
ayoung3@oberlin.edu
Kalyan Schmidt
kschmidt@oberlin.edu
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