Mass Media and Society

Catalog description

This course is an exploration of the effects and influences of mass media upon American culture and society. Study will examine media institutions, such as TV, radio, and news networks, that influence American culture and opinions through news, entertainment, and advertisements. Students move beyond being consumers of media, to being objective analysts of media. NOTE: Students taking online courses must log in during the first week of the course or make special arrangements with the instructor to avoid being dropped.