COM 201 - Theories of Mass Communication

Institution:

Gwynedd Mercy University

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Description:

This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of mass communication, acquainting students with theories of how the mass media shapes both ourselves as individuals and the world in which we live. It offers an introduction to research methods and the history of the discipline, examine the theories and perspectives that research has generated, and explore important social and ethical questions revolving around media effects. Prerequisite: ENG101

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gmercyu.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 646-7300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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