Considers the rights and responsibilities of producers and consumers of mass communication. A critical approach to interpreting media messages is grounded in the study of how messages are constructed, how media industries function and how communication theory and research explain media impact on society. Emphasis is placed on making informed choices as a media consumer, and considering the impact of media within a Christian and Wesleyan world view. Course includes study and discussion of critical issues within the arts as well as tours of local professional theatres, libraries, and bookstores. I Practice and participation in such applied communication activities as debate, interpretation, oratory, drama, and media production.
Opportunity is given for intercollegiate competition.
Requirements vary according to the activity developed in consultation with the instructor. May be repeated up to three units. May be repeated up to a total of four units. A study of the development of argumentation from classical rhetoricians to contemporary research theories. Practical application of this study through participation in debates and other forensic experiences.