This course is designed to explore the effects of mass media on individuals, families, and institutions within modern society. In this seminar, students will 1) explore the “media effects” literature and relevant theories, and 2) examine what the literature tells us about media (print, broadcast, online, social) influences on women, children, adolescents, and families by exploring issues such as identity development, socialization, crime, violence, substance abuse, sexual attitudes and behaviors, marginalization of minority groups, and pathological health practices and other anti-social behaviors. The course will prepare second-year grad students for their comprehensive exams and more advanced graduate study in the area of media effects.

Monday, August 10, 2015

Blog #1: Childhood and Adolescence

Pleased read the assigned reading for class and then respond to the following questions: To what degree might children and adolescents be vulnerable to media messages and images? What role does our level of cognitive complexity (make sure you understand this concept) play in the deconstruction and interpretation of media messages? To what degree do we "use" the media to create our own experiences and effects? How do the media affect the socialization process? Can you cite an example from your own life?

Due: Sept. 9 @ 5 p.m.
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