Publication Date
2011
Semester
Fall
Abstract
Course Description: In this course, you will learn how to analyze ethical dilemmas of media practice. First, you will learn elementary principles of moral philosophy. Second, you will apply those principles to professional decisions. Third, you will analyze ethical dilemmas faced by media professionals. In particular, you will analyze ethical dilemmas in gathering and disseminating news and practicing public relations and advertising. Objectives of this course include learning how to tolerate disagreement, increasing respect for ethnic and gender diversity, and developing sensitivity to the ethical dimensions of your professional practice.
Keywords
syllabus, syllabi, journalism, communication, media, strategic media
Recommended Citation
Sanford, Otis L., "JOUR 6708: Mass Media Ethics (Syllabus)" (2011). Journalism and Strategic Media Syllabi. 93.
https://digitalcommons.memphis.edu/journalism-strategic-media-syllabi/93