Lectures and discussion three hours a week. Evaluation of the social, political and cultural consequences of such conceptions. Lectures and discussion three hours a week. An examination of a special topic in mass communication not covered in depth in other courses. The topic varies from year to year.
Content varies yearly, but focus is on advanced statistical methods.
Qualitative Methods Methodological issues appropriate for investigating theoretical questions of mass communications and society. Seminar content varies yearly as selection of appropriate methodologies and models may depend on questions investigated. Precludes additional credit for Mass Communication 27.401. Examines the social and cultural dimensions of computer communication, particularly the Internet. Considers the military, commercial and cultural origins of the Net and proceeds to examine its impact on society.