GED1896 The Middle East:  An Understanding of Media Sources & Their Impact

We live in an age where influential messages about pressing events and social issues are delivered through mass media.  It is essential that people consciously analyze and evaluate media messages when interpreting history and current events.  In this course, students learn how to seek out current, accurate and credible sources of information and examine the influence that media messages have on their understanding of the world.  Through the analysis of readings and audio and video materials, students develop critical thinking skills while gaining an understanding of historical and current events in the Middle East.

Theme 3: Social and Cultural Understanding

Course outline available soon.