This course in graphic design and production will explore the visuals dominating the world of mass media. Following a systematic approach of reading images the course will provide basic skills in describing, analyzing, interpreting, and interpreting and criticizing images. Students will be responsible for participating in virtual weekly discussion groups over the Internet, posting responses to focus questions, and posting replies to their colleagues papers. Students will also be expected to utilize other resources. Entry points will include links out to related Web sites for investigation into the focus question.
Some modules list a series of entry points.
Please note that these sites may contain slight differences in terminology and content description. Also, due to the ever changing nature of the web, please understand that some links may not be active. Focus questions will guide each module. Visual responses to the module focus questions will be posted to the GraphicForum in WebCT by the dates specified in the Timeline. Others will require a synthesis of responses, and yet another a rewrite in response to replies and comments received.