Application of principles and techniques in a targeted health communication campaign; social norms theory, experiential learning theories, effects of misperceptions on behavior, and needs of specia

Issues in theory building in the field of communication.

Analyzes debates about media and cultural globalization, and theories about international media.

Surveys and critiques of social science research on news, journalists and the news media.

Long-form video journalism storytelling developed over a significant period of time teaching students critical thinking, research, writing skills and various production techniques.

Examines the influence of entertainment media on political news, opinion, knowledge, and behavior.

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

Examines interactions between media and political institutions, actors and processes, in light of theories of journalism, communication and political practice.

Specific directed project work conducted under faculty supervision.

Specialized topics related to the practice of journalism are offered on a regular basis.

Specialized topics related to the practice of journalism are offered on a regular basis.