Winter 2021
Meeting:
TTh 11:30am - 1:20pm / * *
SLN:
12587
Section Type:
Lecture
Instructor:
OFFERED VIA REMOTE LEARNING
Syllabus Description (from Canvas):
This course introduces major methodological and theoretical approaches that inform humanities-based media studies. The goal of this course is to engage the mass media culture that surrounds us and shapes our lives as human beings. Students will be introduced to major schools of thought in the study of media, with an emphasis on methodological approaches and critical concepts. Much of the material learned for this course is applicable to a wide range of media forms: books, film, magazines, radio, television, websites, video games, and social media.
Catalog Description:
Provides an introduction to media studies, with particular attention to critical concepts including, but not limited to, audience studies, formal analysis, and ideological critique. Specific media analyzed varies.
GE Requirements Met:
Arts and Humanities (A&H)
Credits:
5.0
Status:
Active
Last updated:
April 18, 2024 - 10:13 pm