The main objective of the class is to enable students to write effectively and confidently in their college courses and to have the opportunity to pass the AP exams. This course is not structured for the college-bound student. A unit which the student helps teach is also included. This course is an introduction to media literacy. Students explore various mediums of print and visual communications.
Analysis is devoted to television, radio, music, magazine, newspaper, and film.
Students will be presented the various technologies of communication and learn how visual and print language impacts human perception. Course work involves application of communication strategies in reading responses, group and individual projects, written analysis, hands-on applications, and industry visitations. This course is necessary for all students in order that they understand that today's communication technologies make it difficult to discern illusion from reality. This class is designed for students to develop their critical faculties instead of accepting media products at face value. A photography unit will highlight the end of the course.