COMSTU 365 - News Media and Political Power

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University of Massachusetts-Boston

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This course uses primary and secondary sources to track the news media's influence on the politician's ability to gather and exercise power, from Weimar Germany to the present day. Students observe how agenda setting switches back and forth between officials and journalists, analyze circumstances under which independent watchdog journalism can work, and hone their own writing and reporting capabilities.Prerequisites: ENGL 102 and junior standing. COMSTU 250 strongly recommended. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits Ms Hume

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.umb.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 287-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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