CO 371 - Political Communication in the 21st Century

Institution:

Albertus Magnus College

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Description:

As we enter this 21st Century, a new political system is taking shape in the United States shaped profoundly by the interactive telecommunications revolution. America is increasing turning into an electronic republic and this is transforming our views of democracy and the way we interact with government. Armed with modern technical devices, we have all become instant journalists ready to report and document on any newsworthy event. With the advent of the Internet, web blogging, and "instant" news, communicationshas been substantially redefined. This course will explore both the opportunities and the dangers ahead for political communications in the electronic information age. Generally offered every other year. 3 credits

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.albertus.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 773-8550

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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