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online Political Communications course at Canyon College

COURSE SYLLABUS: Political Communications


Course Title:
Department:
Instructor:
JC404 - Political Communications
Journalism
Eric P. Brown, MBA, MS, MA E-Mail | Vita


COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Political Communications explores the issue of Internationality of Political Communications. The study of political communication deals with the concepts of political organizations, political parties, and public organizations. The text will explore these ideas from a European and American perspective showing the similarities and differences that the two share. The role of the media will be discussed and explored from both a local level, and at the international stage, to highlight the importance and role it plays in everyday events. You, as the learner, will explore where the media has played a vital role in the development of political events, along with where the media has been a source of failure to the individual or party involved. In both instances, the power of the media will become apparent, from the earliest days of the media and political marriage, to the present The student will be exposed to both domestic and international aspects and issues related to the media which will help to develop the problem-solving skills that are required for this style of business.

The time frame for this course is eight (8) weeks.

Required Text: Online Bookstore

An Introduction to Political Communication, Second Edition eBooks, McNair, Brian

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Week One Week Two Week Three Week Four Week Five Week Six Week Seven Week Eight

TERM PAPER Assignments and Writing

At the undergraduate level, students are expected to have an advanced writing style, Therefore, all written assignments must be typed on a computer in an organized format of your choice as long as it is appropriate for the information being presented. Because effective communication is a primary element of success in today's competitive business environment, spelling, grammar and punctuation will be strictly enforced and graded as part of the assignment. Exceptions will not be made.

The length of your writings is up to you as long as content is not sacrificed. Please stay within the maximum guidelines I have listed.

Plagiarism is unquestionably the worst academic violation a student can commit. If you are caught utilizing material without proper reference or citation, you will receive an automatic failing grade for this course. All references must be cited as a footnote or endnote utilizing any acceptable style of your choice. If you have any questions in this area, please contact me.

All assignments must be turned in on time to receive full credit. Please make prior arrangements for unusual circumstances.

Grading

The course grading criteria is as follows:

Attendance
Cases
Questions
Final Paper
05 points
25 points
10 points
60 points


100 - 90
89 - 80
79 - 70
69 - 60
Below 59
A
B
C
D
F


Final Note

I look forward to guiding you through this class and hope you find it an enjoyable experience. Feel free to contact me by phone or e-mail any time. I will be happy to assist you in any way I can during this course or any other time during your studies.