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Media & Society (MCM 151)

Term: 2012-2013 Spring Semester

Faculty

Douglas CarrollShow MyInfo popup for Douglas Carroll
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Schedule

Mon-Wed-Fri, 9:10 AM - 10:00 AM (1/9/2013 - 5/10/2013) Location: MENLO BRA 443

Description

MCM 151 MEDIA AND SOCIETY This course focuses on social issues pertaining to mass media.The influence of television, radio, film, printmedia, music reporting, and Internet communicationis analyzed in a sociological context. Ethical, legal, technological, economic, and cultural perspectives are discussed. Basic models of communication as well as awide range of mass communication theories, research, and regulations are also examined. Contemporary issues are discussed by students participating in debates in which opposing sides of relevant media topics are presented.