Course Details
Country:
Korea, South
Institution:
Yonsei University International Summer School
Course Title:
Media and Society
Course Number:
COM2117
Course Description:
THIS REQUEST IS ON THE BEHALF OF THE GLOBAL EDUCATION OFFICE.
Course Overview: This course examines the basics of media and their social/economic/psychological
implications. We will learn about theoretical approaches to the study of media and
explore how media technologies affect economic structures, social processes, and
psychological consequences such as information economy, interpersonal
communication, relationship development, community building, and civic/political
participation. In addition, covering various media including the Internet, mobile
phones, social networking sites, and computer games, the class will also discuss
key concepts such as privacy, addiction, and copyright. Furthermore, students will
learn theoretical concepts and ideas that enable them to understand Korean media
and “read” Korean popular culture, including the Korean Wave (Hallyu) and K-pop,
from academic perspectives.
NOTE: Please refer to the PDF for more information about this course.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
COMM 202
Attachment Files:
2019 YISS_MEDIA AND SOCIETY_Namkee Park[1].pdf
