Video Games & Society

Catalog description

3 hours (3;0;0). This course is designed to provide a critical and evaluative look at the video game industry and specifically, the place they have in our society. This course will cover numerous topics, including, the history of video games, the cultural impact on society, discuss video game "hot topics" (e.g. violence in video games), and examine video game research. Prerequisite(s): COMM 1010 OR COMM 2300 with a grade of C or better. Course Typically Offered: Each Fall Alternating Even Years.