VMA-111 — Introduction to Mass Media
Mass media s shape the power dynamics in society and politics. This introductory course is the study of social, cultural, economic, ethical and political issues from personal, local, historical and global perspectives of media. Students will explore various kinds of media and their uses such as news, advertising, public relations, entertainment, social media and video games. Through discussions and projects, students will engage with multiple views, experiences, and beliefs in order to become critical consumers and producers media in our multicultural world. The course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093