Syllabus - Required Text and Software
Required Text and Software
Required Textbook
Hanson, R. (2021). Mass Communication: Living in a Media World (8th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications Inc.
Important: This is the last semester using this text. Several options are available, including rentals and used print. An online search can produce economy options.
Canvas Integrated Apps and Linked Apps
There are two apps used in this class: Pronto and Padlet.
Padlet is used to post your Journals and links are included in the assignments. You do not need to purchase access, although the app does have a free account where you can create up to three Padlets. Instructions on using Padlet are included in the Getting Started Module and the following link: YouTube Tutorial Links to an external site.
Pronto is the new communication tool within Canvas (included on your main bar on some online pages).
Required Software
You will need the following software for this course.