University of Calgary

COMS 203 - New Media - Spring 2019

An introduction to the social, political and cultural aspects of new media. Examines the social factors that influence the use of new media, as well as the effects of new media on different spheres of social life. Topics may include the historical development of new media; participatory cultures; copyright and Internet law; creative industries; and surveillance and governance in new media.
This course may not be repeated for credit.

Hours

  • H(2-1)

Antirequisite(s)

  • Credit for Communication and Media Studies 203 and either Science, Technology,and Society 341 or Communications Studies 203 will not be allowed.

Sections

This course will be offered next in Winter 2020.
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