Propaganda and Misinformation . COMM 160PM
In this course, you will learn how propaganda and misinformation are manufactured, deployed, and accepted in society. The course covers topics such as historical foundations and common tactics of propaganda, the psychology of belief and ethics of persuasion, different socio-political and mediated contexts where propaganda and misinformation are spread, and how to develop media literacy skills and counter misinformation.
Prerequisites: Not open to freshmen.
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UnitsOptional
Grading1, 2, 3
PasstimeNot open to freshmen
Level LimitLetters and science
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Uses relevant and Gen Z examples. She cool. Prolly the easiest class at UCSB.
She cool. Uses relevant and Gen Z examples. Prolly the easiest class at UCSB.
this is the lebron of comm professors
4 in class quizzes, easy assignments, and one large essay
very helpful and understanding of the comm pre major journey, class was very simple and expectations were made clear from day one with no surprises.
Her lectures were interesting and it was very clear what we would be tested on. The mandatory study guides ended up being super helpful. She is really kind and wants everyone to do well.
Joe Walther
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Kanu Pandey
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Ronald Rice
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Kristy Hamilton
4.2
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