VM 417 - Communication Ethics

Credits: 4
Provides a study of the philosophical roots and modern applications of moral reasoning in various communication media, including print, digital, television and video, photography, film, radio, speech, and telecommunications. Includes topics such as confidentiality, privacy, deception, free speech, obscenity, justice, equality, defamation of reputation, abuse of power, digital manipulation, fairness, truth in advertising, and conflict of interest.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): VM 200 or VM 201
Course Restrictions: Junior standing
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