Media Literacy  Stipends & Summer Sessions.
July 2001

***After a successful 2 week program in the summer of 2000, plans are already underway to offer 3 classes in July 2001. Preliminary planning suggests this will commence with CI 4830 [Media Literacy] and then be followed by a 1 week production class and a 1 week theory class.

-At the moment we anticipate being able to provide a modest number of stipends to North Carolina school personnel. Stipends will be sufficient to cover  tuition for the gateway [CI  4830] class. Preference will be given to students who commit to register for 1 of the other 2 media literacy summer classes. Watch this site for information regarding how to apply for a stipend in media literacy . For more information call David Considine at 828 262 2686 or Email     Considinedm@appstate.edu
 

-Dormitory style housing will be available for students during these summer sessions.

-We are also currently exploring the possibility of offering credit in the program for students who attend the national media literacy conference in Austin,Texas, June 23rd-26th.

-Out of state students who wish to enjoy the area , should be aware that July in the high country offers a range of cultural events and activities including the Highland Games at Grandfather Mountain, the North Carolina symphony by the lake at Chetola and the Doc Watson music festival.
 
 
 

Appalachian's registrar can be accessed at www.registrar.appstate.edu or phoned at (828) 262-3135.

CI 4830 Media Literacy (3 hours) July 10-14 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The course examines the what, why plus how to of media literacy. Emphasis is placed upon critical analysis of advertising, broadcast news and motion pictures and children's picture books.The advertising section explores consumption and consequences with case studies including tobacco, alcohol and eating disorders.
 
 
 

CI 4940 Media: Image and Influence (3 hours) July 17th - 21st 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The course combines an examination of media content, cognition, and consequences. How do media representations (depictions) both show and shape society? Emphasis is placed upon television and movies, with case studies of violence, sexuality, and the family, among other topics.
 
 
 

MEDIA PRODUCTION AND DESIGN

Students in the graduate program in Media Literacy have an opportunity to work with traditional and emerging technologies. Emphasis is placed upon both design and production. Teachers should note that the hands on experiences facilitate effective integration of technology in education. For North Carolina teachers, the range of elective production classes available are consistent with the state's technology mandates and competencies.
 
 

 

If you have an interest in taking one or more of these classes and wish to be placed on our mailing list email Dr. David Considine or fax (828) 262-2686.
 
 

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