Communication and Media Studies 189
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Introduction to Communication and Information Systems and Processes (3)
Theory and practice in communication studies with emphasis on receiving, processing, and transmitting information. Particular attention to interpersonal, organizational, and intercultural contexts.
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Introduction to Media Systems and Processes (3)
Historical development of mass media institutions and the role of media in society. Particular attention to news, government regulation, effects, economics, emerging technologies, and audience dynamics.
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Information Technology and Informatics (3)
An overview of the key theoretical and professional themes. Theoretical
emphasis is placed on social informatics; human-computer interaction;
management of information technology; the relationship between
technology, race, and gender; and information intelligence. Practical
emphasis is placed on the effective and efficient use of information
technologies including the World Wide Web in organizations, and the
development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills appropriate
for the workplace.
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School of Communication and Information Learning Community I (1.5)
Explores School of Communication and Information learning community themes through readings, weekly discussions, lectures, and interactions with faculty and visiting scholars. Students will develop and present research and/or action projects. Enrollment is limited to, and required of, participants in school learning communities. 04:189:196 is a fall class with enrollment by special permission only. Students participating in different learning communities will register for particular sections of the class.
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School of Communication and Information Learning Community II (1.5)
Explores School of Communication and Information learning community themes through readings, weekly discussions, lectures, and interactions with faculty and visiting scholars. Students will develop and present research and/or action projects. Enrollment is limited to, and required of, participants in school learning communities. 04:189:197 is a spring class with enrollment by special permission only. Students participating in different learning communities will register for particular sections of the class.
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School of Communication and Information Learning Community III (1.5)
Explores School of Communication and Information learning community themes through readings, weekly discussions, lectures, and interactions with faculty and visiting scholars. Students will develop and present research and/or action projects. Enrollment is limited to, and required of, participants in school learning communities. 04:189:396 is an advanced fall class, primarily for juniors and seniors, with enrollment by special permission only. Students participating in different learning communities will register for particular sections of the class.
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School of Communication and Information Learning Community IV (1.5)
Explores School of Communication and Information learning community themes through readings, weekly discussions, lectures, and interactions with faculty and visiting scholars. Students will develop and present research and/or action projects. Enrollment is limited to, and required of, participants in school learning communities. 04:189:397 is an advanced spring class, primarily for juniors and seniors, with enrollment by special permission only. Students participating in different learning communities will register for particular sections of the class.
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Special Topics in Communication and Information (3)
Special topics classes may be offered by the School of Communication and Information that are of interest to all undergraduates in the school. A recent Special Topics class offered was Event Management and Design.
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Service Learning Internship (1)
A 1-credit service learning internship may be added to particular undergraduate courses in the school to allow students to add a service learning experience to a course. Contact the undergraduate program director of the major for details.
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Communication and Human Values (3)
Seminar on communication and human values in a democratic society. Emphasis on the concept of cultural democracy in the formulation of public policy; historical evaluation of the philosophical problems related to matters of private taste versus public good.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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Senior Honors Seminar (3)
For students admitted to the honors program.
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