This course introduces graduate students to the growing body of theoretical discourse defining the field of digital media studies. The class will establish some of the major historical, cultural, sociopolitical, philosophical, and other critical trends in this field. We'll conduct discussions both within the traditional classroom setting and in various networked formats. Class assignments will utilize digital writing, publishing, and communication media, including word processing software, HTML, asynchronous discussion formats, and blogs. Assignments will emphasize the importance of written content, theoretical development, and verbal presentation and dialogue.
In addition to an online writing assignment and your turn as a class discussion leader, you will be required to complete one critical paper for print and/or hypertext by the end of the quarter. This paper should establish your ability to sustain a detailed discussion of digital theory and practice.
Schedule
Course: Sturm Hall (?)
Tues & Thurs 12:00 – 1:50 P.M.
Office Hours: 2:00 – 3:00 Tues & Thurs in Sturm and by appointment in MCOM 128