Jul 02, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
[Archived Catalog]
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JOUR 1010 - The Future of Media
An introduction to the role, function and future of mass media and strategic communication.
Requisites: WARNING: no credit if JOUR 1050 or MDIA 1010 or 1091
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.5 lecture, 1.5 discussion
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the history of professionals and institutions in shaping communications.
- Demonstrate understanding of the diversity of peoples and cultures and of the significance and impact of mass communication in a global society.
- Develop a critical understanding of the role of journalists and the media in our society.
- Engage in a lively, enriching discussion about journalism as a profession and a future career.
- Learn about the evolving structure and economics of media industries.
- Learn how current trends in production and use of media are shaping the future of media industry professionals.
- Learn how current trends in the production and use of media are shaping the future of media industries.
- Practice basic research and writing skills.
- Understand the principles and laws of freedom of speech and press in the U.S.
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