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POLS 313 Mass Media and Politics in Canada Units: 3.00
A critical examination of the relationship between the mass media and politics, focusing on the functions of the media in modern liberal democracies and the ways in which news stories are created and packaged.
Learning Hours: 120 (36 Lecture, 84 Private Study)
Requirements: Prerequisite (Level 3 or above and 6.0 units of POLS at the 200-level or above and a minimum GPA of 2.00 on all units in POLS) or permission of the Department.
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Identify the ways in which the mass media shape political events.
- Describe different theoretical models to explain how the media operate.
- Identify the way the media frame, agenda set, and perform gate keeping in their work.
- Critically read newspapers and other media.
- Refine the ability to make arguments orally.
- Participate collaboratively in group work and learn skills of active participation.
- Learn the importance of time management and reflection on readings.