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.

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 2021
Discipline
CM (Communications)
Day Start Time End Time
Monday
12:10
13:30
Thursday
12:10
13:30
Type
Regular
Can be taken twice for credit?
Off
Level
Graduate
CAMS ID
39082
Code
CM5004
Name
GLOBAL DIGITAL CULTURES
Start Date
Sunday, September 05 2021
End Date
Thursday, December 09 2021
Start Month
September
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