Jul 04, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024

POCO 2010 - Introduction to Political Communication


Overview of the realm of political communication, the interactions among political figures, political interests, the press, and the public. Against the background of the American political process, an investigation of those involved in that process, their relationships, and the role of mass and interpersonal communication in these relationships.

Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Develop strategies for archival research.
  • Gain an appreciation for diverse political environments.
  • Gain an understanding of how interpersonal communication influences political socialization.
  • Gain an understanding of how technology influence political communication and information dissemination.


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