COMMS 411
Media Effects
Communications
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Effects resulting from the interaction between media and members of society. Approaches may include self-image, sterotypes, violence, and other social constructs and behaviors involving media consumption.
When Taught
Contact Department
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Major or minor status
Note
Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.
Title
Critical and Independent Thinking
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate critical and independent thinking related to the role of communicaiton and society.
Title
Media and Social Systems
Learning Outcome
Students will have a deeper, theoretical understanding of the impact of media on social systems.
