The course examines the impact of these technological developments on basic mass communication processes, against the backdrop of research on the interplay of technology, society, and behavior. Seminar in Mass Communication Processes. Studies 361 or 381 strongly recommended. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits. This course investigates advanced topics relating to research on basic processes of mediated communication.
Topics vary by section.
Studies 351 or 371 strongly recommended. A major concern of this course is to understand how communication and the media, especially, operate in an international context and to evaluate some of the arguments and notions concerning their future global operations, with particular reference to the developing world. Mass Communication and Identity. Studies 351 or 371 strongly recommended. This course explores the role of mass communication in shaping personal and social identity.