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3.00 Credits
Survey of language, structure, and operation of mass media, with emphasis on the seven major mass media. Study of major changes in print and electronic media and the effects of mass communication on individuals and society. Class hrs. 3. Required for Communications and Media Arts majors.
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3.00 Credits
Study of the impact of American mass media on American culture and on the cultures of other nations. Students are asked to consider how mass media alter concepts of culture; and are encouraged to develop an understanding of the economic forces that influence and shape the media. An emphasis is placed on critical thinking in a seminar situation. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: Approval by Honors Co-Directors. Offered spring semester.
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3.00 Credits
Study of journalistic styles, procedures, techniques of news, and information, gathering; analysis of presentation of news information and opinion in print and electronic media. Class hrs. 3.
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3.00 Credits
Lab experience in the newspaper production process, culminating in assuming responsibility for publication of a section of the student newspaper's final issue of the semester. Students of this course are regarded as adjuncts to the staff of The Viking News and are required to cover campus beats, report on events, take office hour shifts, etc. Class hrs. 3. Grants English or Communications Credit. Not offered every semester.
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth exploration of issues and topics in communication. Students learn techniques and styles of oral communication and utilize these throughout the course to share research in special topics such as listening, intercultural communication, communication between genders, and the power of language to shape our perceptions of the world around us. Students work in groups as well as individually, and investigate and experience communication in a variety of contexts. Oral presentations requiring extensive planning and preparation and a research paper are required. Class hrs. 3. Offered fall semester.
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3.00 Credits
Effective use of the voice and speech mechanism; breathing, phonation, resonance articulation; individual instruction and practice in voice and speech improvement. Several varieties of American English are introduced as well as discussion of the many languages, cultures, and dialects that have influenced American English. Class hrs. 3.
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3.00 Credits
Theory and techniques of small group communication; emphasis on problem solving, leadership, conflict negotiation skills, persuasion, argumentation and formal debate. Oral presentations on a group/team requiring research and evidence are required. This course grants English or Communications credit. Offered every other semester. Class hrs. 3.
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3.00 Credits
A hands-on course designed to establish working skills in the various areas of radio production. Areas covered include basic sound theory, audio tape recorders, microphones (types and uses), audio consoles and mixing, auto tape editing. Finished products may be aired on WARYFM, the college radio station. Class hrs. 3.
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3.00 Credits
Practical study of announcing; script sight-reading, interpretations of copy, news, commercials, disc jockeying, and equipment. Performances include: commercials, newscasts, and interviews. Class hrs. 3.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the beginning journalist to the basic tools, techniques and vocabulary of broadcast journalism. The focus is on broadcast news writing, research, journalism history, and reporting. Ethical issues are also reviewed and analyzed. Students learn how to fully develop a video news segment to be presented in a journalistic style. Topics covered include research, visual presentation, audio elements, and post-production skills. Class hrs. 1. Lab hrs. 2.
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