COMM 496 - Leisure,Communication and Culture

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University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

Distribution Course in Society. Class of 2009 & prior only. Katz. Ever since God created the six-day work week, humans have been trying to decide how to use leisure. This course focuses on the allocation of time among different social functions, with particular reference to the idea that culture and communication may be considered the content of leisure. Readings range from empirical studies of "time budgets," to studies of the production and consumption of the arts, entertainment, holidays and tourism. "Culture policy," especially the role of government in the arts, will be considered comparatively and historically.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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