LIBB-1700 (3) The History of Communication from Caves to Cyberspace

Surveys the history, evolution, and nature of communication and communication technologies. Students learn about the ongoing media revolution and its broader context, considering the interdependence of communication, culture, and society. They critically examine utopian, deterministic, and pessimistic arguments about the influence of new technologies and arts. Course combines lecture, discussion, and group work in a seminar format. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: historical context. Requisites: Restricted to Libby Residential Academic Program students only.