Cultures of New Media

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The concept of new media is always evolving because each form of media emerges as a 'new' technology. This course explores how people engage with different media over time, and how media technologies shape culture and society. Organized around key themes such as audience and public, this course encourages students to analyze critically the cultural process of new media. Students will examine the social meanings and cultures fostered and shaped by media technologies, linking them to media innovations like algorithms and social media. Through discussions and hands-on projects, students will explore the role that new media plays in modern society. 001352