COMM 519 - Mass Media Policy and Regulation

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University of Arizona

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Description: Surveys the fundamental laws and regulatory policies governing electronic mass media, with an emphasis on broadcast television. The focus is on structural as well as content-based regulation. The course provides an overview of: - the process by which communication policies are created; - the fundamental regulatory structure for electronic mass media, including the philosophies and goals that undergird it; - the licensing or franchising requirements for broadcasting and cable television; - policies on the ownership and control of mass media; - basic content-related regulations, such as policies on obscenity/indecency, television violence, and requirements for children? television. Graduate-level requirements include extra readings, research papers. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. May be convened with: COMM 419. Usually offered: Fall, Spring.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arizona.edu

Phone Number:

(520) 621-2211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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