MEDA 231 - Propaganda

Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 111.
This course (COMM 231) focuses on the development, principles, techniques, and results of mass persuasion from its beginnings in ancient civilizations to its transformation in the modern technological society. Students study mass persuasion and political propaganda during war and peace, with emphasis on its impact on current-day political affairs through readings, viewing of films, and emphasis on its impact on current-day political affairs, viewing of films and video, examination of graphic and print materials and class discussions. The objective is to hone critical reasoning to identify semantic and perceptual techniques used for mass persuasion.