DGME 102 – Media Law & Ethics (CRN: 42495)
at College of San Mateo for Spring 2025
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Course Information
Why do you think they're called "illegal" downloads? In this course, students will examine U.S. law and regulation governing mass media, from print to the Internet. Students will also examine the ethical conflicts faced by media professionals. Topics include: freedom of speech, citizen journalism, defamation, privacy, copyright, obscenity, truth, ethics, social media and advertising. This course will help prepare future media producers to work in industries that have significant influence over society.
Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Course Details
Grade Mode: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Units: 3
Department: Digital Media
Transfer Credit: UC/CSU
Meeting Information
| Instructor | Meeting Date | Meeting Time | Days | Building | Room | Section | Section Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle Brown | 01/13 - 05/22 | TBA | Virtual | Remote | OLH | Online |
Critical Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Day to Add | January 27, 2025 |
| Last day to drop with a refund | January 27, 2025 |
| Last Day to drop without W Grade | February 2, 2025 |
| Last Day to drop with W Grade | April 23, 2025 |
| Last Day to Change to Pass/No Pass | May 22, 2025 |