Carleton University · COMS 3111

Racism and Digital Media

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

Explores the historical, social, and systemic underpinnings of racism in relation to digital media. The course considers the emergence of digital media and its impact on racism. Students will learn about several relations, from World War II computers, to Web 2.0, to activism, and more.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): Third year standing in Communication and Media Studies or permission from the School of Journalism and Communication.

Conditions and arrangements

  • Prerequisite(s): Third year standing in Communication and Media Studies or permission from the School of Journalism and Communication.
  • Lecture, three hours a week
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Explores the historical, social, and systemic underpinnings of racism in relation to digital media. The course considers the emergence of digital media and its impact on racism. Students will learn about several relations, from World War II computers, to Web 2.0, to activism, and more.

  • Prerequisite(s): Third year standing in Communication and Media Studies or permission from the School of Journalism and Communication.
  • Lecture, three hours a week

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