This course provides an introduction to ‘Development Communications’ and to the communication practices that promote development, material change and social justice. The course explores the historical development of the field and the fundamental theories and figures and disciplines- from international development to mass communications-that have defined it as a distinct area of communications study and practice. Through numerous case studies, students explore intercultural and interpersonal communication on local, regional, national and global levels and examine numerous examples of development communications campaigns and civic media focusing on issues of public health, education, women’s empowerment, fair trade, and environmental, economic and cultural sustainability.
Code
CM5053
Name
DEVELOPMENT COMMUNICATIONS
Credits
4
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
Can be taken twice for credit?
No
Discipline
CM (Communications)
Level
Graduate
Type
Regular
CAMS ID
4258
Last update with CAMS
historically situate the discipline and field of Development Communications and be able to describe the major theories and approaches;
compare and contrast theories of development communication and articulate their own theoretical position in the field;
conduct critical analyses of field reports and case studies
understand the interface between communication technologies and development and determine the most appropriate form(s) of communication for various development initiatives;
analyze the socio-cultural parameters affecting communication and recommend strategic choices;
learn to work in teams and collaborate on development communication
organize campaigns based on an informed understanding of development communications theory and knowledge of various media
