This course provides an introduction to key topics and theories in the study of the Internet and other digital media as cultural and social phenomena. Four main themes guide our approach: space and networks; bodies and identities; objects and practices; and economics and politics. Within the contexts of globalization, we will place particular emphasis on interrogating transformations made possible by the pervasion of digital media, but also restrictions and contestations that arise. Students will develop their individual interests in relevant topics with an independent research project.
Course Master
Credits
4 credits
Pre-requisites
Major=MA: Global Communications OR Major=MA: Global Comm. (Development Communications) OR Major=MA: Global Comm. (Digital Cultures and Industries) OR Major=MA: Global Comm. (Fashion Track) OR Major=MA: Global Comm. (Visual & Material Culture Track)
Co-requisites
None
Term
Fall 2020
Discipline
CM (Communications)
Type
Regular
Can be taken twice for credit?
Off
Level
Graduate
CAMS ID
38014
Code
CM5004
Name
GLOBAL DIGITAL CULTURES
First Name
Robert
Last Name
Payne
Real name
First Name
Waddick
Last Name
Doyle
Real name
Start Date
Tuesday, September 22 2020
End Date
Monday, December 21 2020
Start Month
September
Exam Date
Tuesday, December 22 2020 - 15:00
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