Socialization and Mass Communication Theories and research on contribution of mass communication to socialization processes. Focus is on empirical research regarding children s processing of and reactions to mass media. Review of current research of theories in the cognitive processing of mass media. Special consideration will be given to attention and memory for television. Critical examination of a selected aspect of contemporary communication theory and research.
Topic varies from year to year.
Teaching College Communication Theory of teaching communication at the college level. Topics include the preparation of behavioral objectives and course syllabi, evaluation of performances, construction of tests, and grading practices. No unit credit allowed toward advanced degree. Application of theory to the practices of teaching college courses in communication. Students will issue assignments, conduct class discussions, score tests, and assign grades under the supervision of the faculty member who is the course director.