History 244 - American Popular Culture

Institution:

Hiram College

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In the United States, as in all other societies, ordinary people use the objects and symbols available to them to make sense of their lives. This course explores the ways in which different groups of Americans have produced and consumed a widely disseminated and widely shared culture since the mid- 19th century. Students will examine the theoretical debates that revolve around the concepts of popular culture, mass culture, high culture, and ideological hegemony. Using methods drawn from history and other disci plines, the course will examine different forms of popular culture including advertising, literature, sports, radio, television, comics, magazines, theater, and movies. A revised version of this course is offered for three credit hours as History 234. A student may receive credit for only one of these courses. Also listed as Communications 244 and English 244.

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4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HIRAM.EDU

Phone Number:

(330) 569-3211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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