JPW 310 - Press History

Institution:

The College of New Jersey

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Description:

Prerequisite: JPW 208 or permission of instructor Traces the evolution of the American press from the pamphleteers of the 17 th century, to the invention of the telegraph, to modern media conglomerates. Special attention is paid to the coverage of war and minorities, the press as watchdog and lapdog, prominent inventors and practitioners, and sensationalism.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tcnj.edu

Phone Number:

(609) 771-1855

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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