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2024 Spring > GRAD > AMST > AMST 606

Studies in Popular Culture & Technology

Course #: AMST 606

Description:
This course focuses on changing definitions of culture and methods of cultural studies; the changing meanings of ''folk culture,'' ''mass culture,'' and ''popular culture''; and the changing dynamics among technology, the media, and culture. Topics for readings and discussion may include: the relations between changing technologies and the activity of audiences in shaping commercial popular culture: the social and economic context of technological innovation; the cultural imperatives of technological change.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-req = Graduate student in AMSTDY-MA Program

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 9880 Tu
6:00 - 8:30 pm
Melnick,Jeffrey W05-0054 WOST/AMST conf. room
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/22/2024 - 05/08/2024
Capacity: 12
Enrolled: 8
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = Graduate student in AMSTDY-MA Program
Course Attributes: