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Aug 14, 2024
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SOC 225 - Media and Society Credits: 3 Description An investigation into the ways in which media affects contemporary society and culture.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Differentiate between individual and mass communications, and describe the societal prerequisites for the development of mass media.
- Explain the role of the media in the formation of public opinion.
- Identify the functions of mass media including agenda setting, as well as any dysfunctions.
- Evaluate ethical and legal issues in the media business.
- Compare theories of the effects of media on children and adults.
- Describe the role of the media in the production of global culture.
- Identify emerging issues related to the Internet and social media.
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Graded: Letter Grade
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