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This course will examine social media with a focus on how digital media technology plays a significant role on the construction of social identities, interpersonal, organizational relationships and societal trending. Students will explore the shared ideological principles between social media platforms and usage. Students will examine the commercial use of social media technology and how it enables the formation of digital communities and its power to persuade. Students will engage in active debates on ethical problems social media technologies. The course will require students to communicate through social media and to construct a digital presence that positions them for success. Pre-requisite(s): MES 104, MKT 205, ENG 101, ENG 201 with a grade of a "C" or better or equivalent as determined by advisor or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course is an introduction to the study and structure of contemporary media communications, focusing on audio and visual. We will define and examine different media's expressive and aesthetic power and its influence on the individual and the public. We will explore contemporary audio and visual uses of media as a tool in storytelling and shaping narrative arcs. Students will create a podcast and vlog, which are introductory projects that prepare Communication and Media students for their work in MES 310: Sound Essentials: Podcasting and MKT 410: Video Essentials: Short Film. Pre-requisite(s): MES 104 and COM 105 or permission of department chair. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours