COMM 301/570 - Communication Law and Ethics

Institution:

Valparaiso University

Subject:

Communication

Description:

This course provides an introduction to the legal regulation of communication in traditional and digital environments. Topics include the First Amendment, defamation and privacy, reporter privileges and rights, government regulation of broadcast media, indecent and obscene speech, commercial speech, and an introduction to copyright law. This course also explores moral and ethical dilemmas which arise in the context of media communication.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

valpo.edu

Phone Number:

(219) 464-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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