MCS 282 - Technology and Culture

Institution:

Ursinus College

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Dr. Edwards, Prof. Scranton, Dr. Woodstock This class focuses on the dynamics between new communication technologies and culture and asks 3 questions: How are new communication technologies revolutionary? How are they continuities of traditional media in terms of content, audiences, advertising, and corporate ownership? Do cultural changes determine advancements in communication technologies or do changes in communication technologies determine cultural changes? Three hours per week. Four semester hours. (SS)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ursinus.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 409-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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