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Media in our Lives

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Monday 08:00 - 10:40

Central Campus 135

Chris Fauske

My office hours are Monday and Wednesday, 1:30 pm -2:30 pm and  Friday, 2:00-3:00. I am also available at other times by prior arrangement. If you wish to see me and cannot make office hours because of your schedule, please be in touch with me and we will find a time that suits you.

Course Description: This course is an examination of the effect and impact of media on contemporary life and society. The course covers both the historical evolution of media as well as contemporary developments, controversial issues, and trends. The course examines communication theories and models, historical and contemporary research, the media industries, and media law.

To contact me about this course: Use the Canvas Inbox option. Please ensure you provide an entry in the subject line that gives me a sense of what your message is about.

To contact me with a question not about this course: Please email cfauske at salemstate.edu. Mail not sent from your SSU account will end up in my junk folder, and I am unlikely to see it. Mail sent without a subject line is deleted automatically before I can see it. 

Course material: Information is available on this page.

Course outcomes and topics: Information is available on this page.

Pre-class assignments: Information is available on this page.

The rubric for assessment of pre-class work is available on this page.

In-class work: Class meetings will be a discussion of the questions submitted as part of the pre-class assignments. 

Post-class assignments: Information is available on this page.

The rubric for assessment of post-class work is available on this page.

Grading policies: Information is available on this page.

Academic integrity

Cheating, plagiarism, and other instances of academic dishonesty will be treated as serious offenses against the university community and will be dealt with in accordance with the university’s policies and procedures concerning academic integrity. For full disclosure of the university’s academic integrity policies see the academic integrity section of the university’s current undergraduate catalog.

University policy regarding students with disabilities

Salem State University is committed to providing equal access to the educational experience for all students in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act and to providing all reasonable academic accommodations, aids, and adjustments. Any student who has a documented disability requiring an accommodation, aid or adjustment should speak with the instructor immediately. Students with disabilities who have not previously done so should provide documentation to and schedule an appointment with Disability Services and obtain appropriate services.

University policy regarding Title IX and sexual assault

The university recognizes that sexual misconduct and power based violence (sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking) is a very traumatic crime and as such it will endeavor to work with students who are victims to reduce fears and concerns regarding their personal safety. Any individual who believes he/she may have experienced sexual harassment or any type of sexual aggression may receive important information and assistance regarding the university’s policies and responsive processes. In addition, upon request, the student conduct office will make resources available regarding who can discuss the process and what it means. For further details, refer to the university’s online Title IX page.

University policy regarding the declaration of an emergency

In the event of a university-declared critical emergency, Salem State University reserves the right to alter this course plan. Students should refer to salemstate.edu for further information and updates during a declared emergency. In the event of an emergency, please refer to the alternative educational plans for this course that will be distributed by email to your university email address.