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History Of Media And Communication (COM-103)


Semester: Fall 2020
Number: 0108-103-001
Instructor: Paul Thaler
Days: Tuesday Thursday 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
Note: Online, Both synchronous and asynchronous
Location: Online
Credits: 3
Status: This Course is Filled to Capacity
Course Materials: View Text Books
Related Syllabi: Paul Thaler for Fall 2013*
Paul Thaler for Spring 2014*
Paul Thaler for Fall 2018*

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Description:

Students are introduced to the development of communication media through the ages—from the birth of language and writing systems, the printing press, photography, film, and television, to the emergence of modern media technologies—focusing on the social, political, psychological and cultural consequences brought about by each new medium. (Distribution Reqs:Humanities)

Learning Goals:   1. Students will gain insight through class discussion and research projects into the historical and evolutionary nature of human communication and the philosophical, ethical, social and psychological ramifications that comes with the emergence of new media technologies.2. Students will enhance research and writing skills through various assignments, working independently and in groups.

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