Spanish 236 - Podcasting: Storytelling and New Production in the Spanish-Speaking World

Media and news production are ever evolving in our modern, high-tech world. The democratization of media, storytelling and news reporting has provided a platform for more people, with varied perspectives, to be seen and heard. This empowerment, however, has not occurred without its challenges and issues. This course will engage students in the creation of their own podcasts, inviting them to create, write, produce and share their own weekly podcasts, while learning about news production and storytelling. Students will discuss different thematic issues related to social media including ethics, morals and biases. Prerequisite: SPN 220 or equivalent. Enrollment limited to 18. (E)