COMMS 482

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Religion, Media, and Society

Communications College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

The interaction of media, world religions, and beliefs. Approaches may include media coverage and portrayal of religion, religions' use of media, conflict between the two, and communicating across religious cultures.

When Taught

Winter

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

Major or minor status

Note

Students are expected to attend the first day of class. Failure to do so may adversely affect your grade. Note: Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.

Title

Issues in Contemporary Media and Religion

Learning Outcome

Students will Investigate the impact of digital media on societal values, behavior, and communication practices, particularly as it relates to global faith traditionssues.

Title

Communication Practice and Theory

Learning Outcome

Students will learn effective communication strategies for promoting understanding and cooperation between people of faith and no faith.

Title

Media's role in promoting faith

Learning Outcome

Students will examine the role of media in shaping religious perceptions, promoting faith-based initiatives, and supporting religious freedom.