CA-203

Contemporary Issues in the Media

This course provides opportunities for students to develop an informed, critical awareness of the role the media plays in shaping societal views and develop a broader understanding of the role media plays in our lives. Students will explore the history and evolution of media technology from its early years to contemporary media issues. Students will be invited to consider the commercial implications of media production, the values associated with media messages, the current state of each medium, and the credibility of media sources. A range of media issues will be examined within a framework of applied critical thinking and ethics, and the continuing implications of a more connected world.

Credit Hours

42

Min. Grade

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