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COMM 3070: Media Ethics (3 cr.)

This seminar introduces concepts in moral reasoning (Kant, Aristotle, J.S. Mill) and relates them to historical, contemporary and/or imaginary case studies across media. Topics might include the ethics of checkbook journalism and dramatic re-enactments; truth-telling (libel, undercover cameras, altered images); fairness and honesty in advertising and public relations; the right to privacy vs. the right to know; entertainment content, censorship and their social influence; journalistic ethics regarding disclosure, news and political coverage; matters of gender equity, diversity, stereotyping and social responsibility; internet ethics. We aim to develop guidelines for ethical evaluation, communication and conduct. Research paper required.

Take COMM.1001.

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