JRN1 Mass Media and Society Quiz

Course Information

• Course Title: JRN1 / CTVR 1: Mass Media and Society
• Spring 2025
• Meeting Days/Time: Tuesdays/Thursdays, 9-10:15 AM
• Location: LRC 108
• Professor: Maryanne C. Shults (she/her/hers)
• Office Hours: via Zoom (by appointment) / Thursdays 1-3 pm
• Email: [email protected]
• Required to schedule meeting times for office hours using Canvas

Course Description

• Study of mass media and media technologies, including functions, responsibilities, practices, and influences.
• Study of media law, ethics, history, development, and future potential.
• Designed to raise awareness of mass media's impact on society.
• Also listed as CTVR 1. Credit given in either area, not both.
• Students transferring to UC or CSU should check ASSIST.org to confirm course articulation.

Course Outcomes

• Explain the impact of new technologies on mass communication.
• Describe the history and impact of mass communication on culture and society.
• Compare and critique media portrayals of diversity and gender issues.
• Define media literacy and its relevance to individuals and society.

Contacting the Instructor

• Email is the only acceptable method of contacting the instructor.
• Only replies during normal business hours (weekdays)
• No 5-minute replies at 11:55 pm.
• Only replies to college emails unless prior arrangements are made.

Textbook, Technology, and Materials

• Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) course
• Open Educational Resources (OER) used.
• Readings, articles, case studies, and multimedia components (videos, podcasts).
• Materials often in public domain or under Creative Commons license.
• All course materials are vetted.
• Lectures are in-class; no online recordings available until morning of that day.
• Students are expected to follow current events.

Technical Requirements

• Students must have basic computer competency.
• This includes locating, creating, moving, copying, deleting, naming, renaming, and saving files and folders on hard drives, USB drives, and cloud-based applications (Google Workspace).
• Use Saddleback College email accounts.
• Students must use a word processing program (e.g., Microsoft Word).
• Students must use internet browsers (e.g., Chrome, Safari).
• Students must have Google Workspace or Microsoft Office for assignments.
• Students must maintain a working Saddleback College student email account.
• Internet access is necessary

Course Schedule

• The syllabus includes a detailed course schedule with weekly topics.

Assignments and Assessments

• Weekly modules open the week prior on Fridays.
• Majority of lectures are on Tuesdays.
• Perusall assignments due by the start of Tuesdays' class.
• Participation grade based on class time participation (One absence can be dropped).
• End-of-week quizzes (10% of final grade).
• Media Activities (20% of final grade).
• Exams (30% of final grade - midterm and final).
• Submissions with a 24 hour grace period. Later submissions have a 15% penalty.

Grading

• Grades are based on a points system.
• Grades are based on the quality, formatting, completeness, and critical thinking of submitted assignments and class participation.
• A, B, C, D, and F grades in the percentages 90-100%=A; 89-80%= B; 79-70%=C; 69-65%=D; 64-0%=F.
• Grade reports are available in Canvas.

Classroom Policies

• Students are expected to behave professionally, ethically, and respectfully during class.
• No electronic devices during class (unless documented accommodations).
• Any emergency texts or calls require leaving the classroom.
• Respectful dialogue about sensitive topics
• Punctuality and attendance are important and affect the Participation grade. 
• Appropriate use of generative AI tools in assignments, including clear attribution.

Test your knowledge on mass media and its impact on society through this quiz. Explore the roles, responsibilities, and ethical considerations in media as well as historical developments and future potentials. Ideal for students in JRN1 / CTVR 1 course.