COMMS 319

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Communication Research Paradigms

Communications College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

Procedures and design considerations for studying media messages, audiences, and effects. Emphasizes survey and focus group approaches to data collection and analysis.

When Taught

Fall

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

2

Fixed

1

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Major status

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Research Orientations

Learning Outcome

Students will understand and compare major research orientations in media and society, demonstrating their ability to differentiate between theoretical frameworks and assess their practical applications in various communication contexts.

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Research Delimmas

Learning Outcome

Students will critically analyze and evaluate research dilemmas within communication contexts, integrating a spiritual or faith-based perspective to address ethical and contextual challenges in research.

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Research Content

Learning Outcome

Students will apply research techniques to manage and create content for communication channels, particularly focusing on the needs and missions of BYU, demonstrating practical skills in data management and content strategy.