COMM 3820 - Media Convergence and Global Media Environment

3 hours

This course will investigate issues related to the concept of media convergence, both from a technological aspect and an ownership perspective. On the technological side, students will discuss the increasingly blurring line that distinguishes traditional and new media, and how merging affects the way messages are created across borders. From the ownership perspective, students will analyze issues related to the consolidation of media ownership, and how this consolidation has influenced the way in which our media is produced and consumed.