Course Description

Mass media of the world--what they are like, how they operate, and what impact they have. Philosophies of different systems will be compared, as well as efforts at development or regulation of these systems. Attention will be given to print and electronic media and to international news agencies.

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Athena Title

International Mass Comm

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Equivalent Courses

Not open to students with credit in JRLC 5080

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Non-Traditional Format

This course will be taught 95% or more online.

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Prerequisite

Permission of department

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Semester Course Offered

Not offered on a regular basis.

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Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

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Course Objectives

To learn about mass media of the world—-what they are like, how they operate, and what impact they have--with attention to print and electronic media as well as international news agencies. To learn about the cultures of the countries in which these mass media operate. To compare philosophies of various systems and efforts at developing or regulating these systems.

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Topical Outline

How the world is divided Globalization issues Media/Government relationships Technology issues Alternative communications Diffusion of social change through mass media National and international mass communication policies and regulation

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