Course Description

CT226 The Media in a Global World 0.5

An introduction to the social, philosophical and historical contexts in which we can understand the role that the contemporary media play in our lives. Specific topics may include the nature of writing for the media; media bias; the history and structure of mass media; changes in media technology; the media’s coverage of scientific, cultural and economic issues; and issues of communication and cultural policy in Canada and a global world.

Prerequisite: Two 100 level CT courses.

Official electronic version updated at 4:25 p.m. December 18, 2003

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