Course Description

This course examines the forms and tactics of public discourses directed toward social change. Forms of public discourse that may be considered include speech, images, audiovisual works, as well as web-based sites or forms of communication. Emphasis is placed upon political protest, conflict and controversy and mobilization. Themes explored include the development of speaking positions, the use of unconventional tactics, and the appropriation or rejection of received values. This course emphasizes critical readings and discussions and requires students to engage with practical approaches to dissent in media that engage theory with practice through field application.

Teacher: CHRISTIANA ABRAHAM