COM 630 Theory and Audience Analysis in an Interactive Age
Introduces students to the intellectual logistics of graduate study in general, to the historical and contemporary body of research literature in the scholarly subject area of interactive communications, and to career opportunities. Students write research papers capped by a bibliographical essay that covers books, professional journal articles, or studies focused on interactive communications.
Goal
Understand theoretical and historical issues related to the design, development and production of interactive media. Develop an understanding of the audience and how to apply theory in order to effectively analyze and critique visual materials.