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Media Law and Ethics

COMM 3404: Media Law and Ethics

This course will explore the theory, history, and ethical issues associated with free speech and free press areas of the First Amendment. Students will analyze key legal and ethical issues that affect journalism and media, with a focus on cases that have shaped media law and theories that help journalism professionals make decisions.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 3404H.
Credit Hours
3.0

Semester(s) Offered:

Autumn
Spring