MSC0082 – Entertainment and Media History
Course Description
Entertainment through mass media exerts social, cultural, political and economic influences on society at both international and local levels. Students trace the development and trends of radio, television, film and popular music decade by decade. Students examine the influence that entertainment has on society, as well as the impact of technology used for reproducing, viewing and sharing media. Through analysis of videos and documentaries, group discussion and research presentations, students explore the historical background of this industry.
Course Details
| Semester: | Winter |
| Campus: | Ottawa |
| Start Date: | Week of February 12th |
| End Date: | Week of May 20th |
| Link Code: | TQJ4T |
| Number of Weeks: | 14 |
| Hours per Week: | 3 |
| Delivery Type: | Congregated |
| Associated College Program: | Music, Media and Film Foundations |
| Associated Area of Interest: | Media, Communications and Languages |
Students prepared to demonstrate their learning by:
| X | submitting multiple written assignments |
| using research and essay writing strategies | |
| X | delivering presentations |
| X | participating in group-based activities |
| completing hands-on learning | |
| X | learning in a fast-paced environment |
| X | completing online work |
| performing highly-specialized tasks | |
| using industry software tools | |
| X | completing quizzes or tests |
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