Overview
Description
The Internet and the rise of new communications technologies over the last generation has irrevocably changed the nature of communication. This course explores the effects of the Internet on politics and society.
Requirements
Prerequisites
PSC 211
Original catalog text
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: PSC 211.
Units
Lecture3
Catalog Details
Core
CO9
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- discuss the theoretical basis for how Internet technologies influence domestic politics in a comparative context.
- articulate how in practice politics and society have been affected by Internet technologies.
- identify the effects of the Internet on a variety of comparative politics topics such as the economy, social and political mobilization, governance, and institutions.
- demonstrate proficiency in analyzing the political impacts of technology through class discussion and a research paper.