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CMNS 211 History of Media 2: Digital Media

3.00 credits

(4,0,0)

15 wks

This course is a continuation of CMNS 209 History of Media 1, addressing the historical contexts and development of key technical components of digital media - computing, network telecommunication, app-based social media and machine learning/artificial intelligence. Its goal is to enhance students' digital literacy by providing a depth of understanding of the social, political, economic and cultural contexts and drivers out of which digital media emerge and that shape their development and impacts.

Prerequisites

9 credits of 100-level or higher coursework including CMNS 100 or ENGL 100

Course Outlines

Please note: Course outlines of record posted may vary from the section syllabus distributed by each instructor (e.g. textbooks, assignments, timing of midterms).

Effective Term
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