CCM 351 - Fair And Balanced The News Media in The Age of Spin

Institution:

Marylhurst University

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Description:

Neutral recorders of history or propaganda agents for powerful political elites The news media exert tremendous influence on the public understanding of events. This course traces how the news media represents and constructs reality and addresses contemporary debates about media bias. Topics covered include the media's gate-keeping role, agenda setting, framing, the myth of objectivity, advertising, and the line between news and entertainment. Meets LAC outcome: HCD2. 3 crs.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marylhurst.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 636-8141

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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