Explores the role of the news media in sustaining American democracy. Student projects identify the most difficult problems facing American journalism and propose creative solutions for helping the news media fulfill its democratic function. Topics include news industry consolidation, "fake news," political polarization, and the role of social media. Students will come away from this course with a more engaged, critical, and empowered view of what "the news can do for democracy."

Prerequisites: Not open to Freshmen.

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Units

Optional

Grading

1, 2, 3

Passtime

Not open to freshmen

Level Limit

Letters and science

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Jiayin Pan
3.6
42 reviews
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Dan Lane
4.9
42 reviews

Lecture

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11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
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Winter 2024 . Lane D S Petro G Z
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14:00 PM - 15:15 PM
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12:30 PM - 13:45 PM
COMM 188 Lane D S Winter 2024 Total: 79
COMM 188 Lane D S Winter 2023 Total: 77
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COMM188 . Lane D S 2 Days Ago

COMM188 was one of the most memorable classes I've taken at UCSB. Professor Lane and TA were very accessible if you ever needed help. Take the class, you will not regret it!

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COMM188 . Lane D S 19 Days Ago

love that guy

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COMM188 . Lane D S A Month Ago

Dr. Lane is very well-spoken and has put a lot of time and effort into this course. I took it as a summer course and while it was accelerated, I learned so much valuable information in this class. With interesting topics and straightforward video lectures, this class and professor are A+ quality.

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COMM188 . Lane D S 9 Months Ago

The format of this course is a little weird (feels like you are doing busywork for Weeks 1-8, then things get really intense at the end), but it ends up being pretty balanced and informative. Lane manages the group project really well and make sure to hold group members accountable. Expect weekly homework assignments + four question quizzes.

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COMM188 . Lane D S 9 Months Ago

Professor Lane's class was extremely interesting and he cares a lot about his students! This is a group project class though so be prepared for that, but he gives you ample of class time to work on everything. Would highly recommend.

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COMM128 . Lane D S 9 Days Ago

The best Communication professor at UCSB by a landslide. Will take his classes over and over again.

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