CMST 203 - Foundations of Communication Theory

Institution:

Loyola Marymount University

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Description:

3 Semester Hours This course introduces students to the fi eld of communication studies and its major areas of inquiry. It begins with an overview of the history of the discipline, tracing its humanistic roots, social scientifi c orientations, and approaches which combine these two traditions. The course then examines communication studies from the standpoint of four perspectives that can be used to organize major movements in the fi eld: mechanistic, psycho-symbolic, pragmatic, and critical. These perspectives are used to organize the variety of communication theories examined in the course. Must be completed with a grade of C (2.0) or better.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lmu.edu

Phone Number:

(310) 338-2700

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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