Introduction to Media Studies, Fall 2003
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Author: Walsh, Andrea S.
Subject: Humanities, Social Sciences
Institution Name:
M.I.T.
Collection Name: MIT OpenCourseWare
Abstract: Offers an overview of the social, cultural, political, and economic impact of mediated communication on modern culture. Combines critical discussions with hands-on "experiments" working with different media. Media covered include radio, television, film, the printed word, and digital technologies. Topics include the nature and function of media, core media institutions, and media in transition.
Details
Course Type: Full Course
Material Types: Homework and Assignments, Syllabi
Media Formats: Text/HTML, Downloadable docs
Language: English
Additional Information
Geographic
Regional Relevance: All
Reviews
By: Matthew Powers
The materials are well-organized. One link to an essay about the thought of Marshall McLuhan was non-functioning, though.
Mass Communication and Society; Communication and Culture; Intro to Media Studies
- How did you use this material?
My own personal knowledge
- Is the material appropriate?
This course provides a nice overview of the major schools of thought in media study (Frankfurt, Birmingham, etc.). It also does a nice job of presenting some of the major debates within media studies today (media ownership, cultural studies, etc.)
The materials are well-organized. One link to an essay about the thought of Marshall McLuhan was non-functioning, though.
Mass Communication and Society; Communication and Culture; Intro to Media Studies
