The media is a pervasive force in contemporary society, revolutionizing the way we think about our world, each other and ourselves — making it all the more important for a media literate public.
Media literacy is a critical thinking skill, providing strategies for interpreting media messages.
The Media Literacy program isn’t simply a means to “bash” the media, but an opportunity to take a step back and examine the message and the messenger, to make independent choices about what we watch, read and hear.
Art Silverblatt teaches Media Literacy. He’s an expert on the subject, authoring texts used around the nation, including: Media Literacy: Keys to Interpreting Messages; The Dictionary of Media Literacy; and Approaches to Media Literacy: A Handbook.
The 36-credit-hour degree can be completed in about 2 1/2 years by taking one class during each of the five, nine-week terms per year. Prior to enrolling, students must have a minimum of six undergraduate credit hours in the field.
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The M.A. in media literacy is offered at the following location: