CMS 3020 - Research Methods

Institution:

Clayton State University

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Description:

This course provides CMS majors with the necessary skills to conduct independent, primary, interdisciplinary research in Media Studies and Cultural Studies. Students learn a variety of humanistic and social-scientific methodologies, which may include some or all of the following: in-depth interviewing, focus groups, archival research, content analysis, semiotics and textual analysis. Students choose an appropriate media topic to study through a variety of research modes and methods over the length of the semester. Open to students who have been admitted to the Communication and Media Studies (CMS) minor or BA programs. Prerequisites ENGL 1102 (C), CMS 2010, (C), CMS 2100 (C), COMM 1110 (C).

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.clayton.edu

Phone Number:

(678) 466-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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