COMM 328 - Community-Based Storytelling

Units: 3
Three hours lecture per week
Students develop an understanding of the critical role of local storytelling and participatory journalism in supporting diverse communities. Provides an overview of the sociological and technological forces transforming todays communities and journalism, as well as theories on the intersection between local democracy and storytelling. Case studies on journalistic innovations and citizen-driven initiatives help illustrate the concepts and theories discussed.
Graded: Letter Grade