COMM 312 - Popular Media and Health

Institution:

Coastal Carolina University

Subject:

Communication

Description:

(3 credits) Explores the relationship between media-based messages (in popular shows, movies, social media, news, and online) and individual and public health. Focuses on health communication theory and strategy for critiquing and maximizing campaign message effectiveness, improving health outcomes, and reducing health disparities. Students learn practical tools and theoretical knowledge to improve their roles as future health care consumers or professionals. F

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Department: Communication, Media, and Culture; CEEB: 5837;

Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.coastal.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 347-3161

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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