SOC 230
Media, Information and Society
Grinnell College · UGRD · Fall 2026
Catalog description
This course takes a global and transnational approach in analyzing the role of mass media in society; their organizational operations within a particular economic, political, and social environment; and the impact of the content they produce. It will examine theories on the relationship between mass media, the public sphere, and democracy; the economic and social organization of media industries; the framing and reception of media messages; and the growth of new media technologies. Prerequisite: SOC-111, ART-155, or FMS-155.
Sections
Current meeting, instructor, credit, and enrollment details
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FullSeats: 22/22 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:48 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 9:30 – 10:50 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 27 – Dec 18
- Location
- Humanities and Social Studies N2118
- Instructor
- Sharon Quinsaat
Section notes
Writing intensive. Faculty will give substantial oral and/or written feedback to students on writing assignments and provide students with opportunities to apply that feedback to future assignments or revisions. At least 50% of the final grade is based on graded writing assignments.