Communication 334 - Media History & Comm. Policy

The purpose of this course is to examine media development and communication policies that have influenced their use. Students will: (1) Explore the technical, political, economic, and cultural approaches that have influenced the emergence and growth of electronic media, (2) Broadly examine their social force, and (3) Historically situate different electronic forms from the telegraph and telephone, to broadcast technologies, satellites, cell phones, and the Internet.

Open to Senior, Junior and Sophomore Communication majors only. For inquiries from Senior and Junior IT minors, please contact Professor Jarice Hanson at jariceh@comm.umass.edu.