For tips on active listening, note taking, and exam preparation, see How to Study . Students who encounter problems the specific content found in this course are encouraged to visit with the instructors and TAs early in the semester. More general help with effective studying is available from the Learning Assistance Center, Student Services Building Room 116. Operated by the University Counseling Center, the Learning Assistance Center is designed to test students to identify learning disabilities and to provide coaching in areas such as textbook reading, note taking, time management and test preparation. For assistance with writing assignments, consult the Writing Center, located in C104 Aylesworth.
Tutors are available at no charge to critique draft assignments and provide various forms of help.
Assignments Papers will ask students to consider questions related to the use of media in their lives, and are intended to encourage the development of critical thinking and writing skills. The course is organized in three units. Each unit concludes with a separate exam. Exact topics and timing will vary. All other readings are in The Dynamics of Mass Communication .