CTM 130 - MEDIA THEORY & AESTHETICS

Institution:

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

Beginning with a treatment of the process of human communication, this course introduces students to various theories of how media content reaches and affects audience members. The course follows the traditional approach to aesthetics as an understanding and perception of 'beauty.' It seeks to apply that approach to media production by exploring fundamental aesthetic considerations for producing effective media content. Specific treatment is given to such topics as narrative structure, visual and sound cues, image framing, lighting, and shot sequencing.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/15/2017 - 08/14/2021 08/15/2014 - 08/14/2017 

Institution Website:

www.kutztown.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 683-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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