COM 204 - American Popular Culture

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Asnuntuck

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Description:

This course is an examination of the components that define culture in America. Materials to be explored include newspaper and magazine articles, journals, cartoons, excerpts from best sellers and classics, popular art forms such as movies, television, radio, music, dance, theatre, decorative arts, and advertising. Students will examine the sociological, philosophical, technological, economic, and political factors that affect, and have affected, the development of American culture. All students will write response essays regarding the assigned work, and formulate original articles. Students will also have the opportunity to work with class materials individually and in small groups. During the course of the semester, students will gain exposure to a wide range of experiences within the scope of popular culture. (Formerly COMM 130.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.acc.commnet.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 253-3000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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