Sociology of Media

Catalog description

This course critically examines the relationship between media, culture, and society. Students examine the impact of media in society across multiple areas including the history and structure of media organizations, media economics, methods used in media research, the relationship between political power and the media, and the distinction between news and entertainment. Students give special attention to theoretical approaches used to examine media in each of these substantive areas. Multiple forms of media are examined including printed presses, radio, television, electronic news, virtual and online communities, film, and social networking platforms. Prerequisite: CRIM 115 or SOC 110 or SOC 120 or ANT 101 . Offered Occasionally.