The research examined spans levels of analysis, including effects on individuals as well as society at large. Research on the use of mass communication in public information campaigns is also reviewed, as is the role of media research in providing guidance for social policy makers and media professionals. Seminar in Journalistic Performance. May be repeated for a total of eight credits. This course investigates long-range factors affecting the ability of the news media to perform their function in a democratic society.
Topics vary by section.
This course is an arranged, periodic seminar made possible through the support of the Marsh Visiting Professor Fund. When such opportunities to offer the seminar arise, descriptions are made available in the Department of Communication Studies office and by special announcement. Permission of department. 441 and 442 may be repeated for a combined total of eight credits. No more than four credits may be included in a Communication concentration.