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Foundations of Mass Communication & Media

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Foundations of Mass Communication & Media

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
5 hours to complete
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand mass communication channels and their societal impact.

  • Analyze how media shapes public opinion and decision-making.

  • Evaluate traditional and digital media strategies critically.

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May 2026

Assessments

6 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Consumer Behavior & Service Marketing Specialization
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There are 2 modules in this course

Understand how mass communication shapes society, influences public opinion, and connects the world through traditional and digital media channels.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to mass communication, covering both traditional media such as television, radio, print, and films, and modern digital platforms including social media. You will learn how messages are designed, transmitted, and received by large audiences, and how media plays a key role in shaping awareness and decision-making. The course explores how communication channels influence areas such as economic awareness, health information, and global connectivity. You will also examine the evolution of media systems and how technological advancements have transformed communication practices. By connecting foundational theories with real-world applications, this course helps you develop strong media literacy and analytical skills. By the end of the course, you will be able to evaluate media channels, understand communication strategies, and critically analyze the role of media in modern societyβ€”skills essential for careers in media, marketing, business, and public relations.

This module introduces learners to the fundamental concepts of mass communication and explores traditional communication channels such as television, radio, films, books, pamphlets, and magazines. It explains how messages are transmitted to large, anonymous audiences and examines the role of professional communicators and media platforms in shaping public awareness and opinion. Learners build a strong conceptual foundation in understanding mass communication models and traditional media systems.

What's included

6 videos3 assignments

6 videosβ€’Total 48 minutes
  • Introduction to Mass Communicationβ€’4 minutes
  • Channels of Mass Communicationβ€’12 minutes
  • Channels of Radio and Televisionβ€’9 minutes
  • Films and Booksβ€’8 minutes
  • Books and Pamphletsβ€’6 minutes
  • Magazinesβ€’9 minutes
3 assignmentsβ€’Total 50 minutes
  • Foundations & Traditional Media Landscapeβ€’30 minutes
  • Understanding Mass Communication Basicsβ€’10 minutes
  • Print & Entertainment Media as Communication Toolsβ€’10 minutes

This module examines the evolution of mass communication from traditional formats to digital platforms, with special emphasis on social media, awareness creation, economic updates, and global understanding. It highlights how mass communication influences society, informs public decision-making, and adapts to technological advancements. Learners explore how media shapes awareness, supports informed citizenship, and contributes to understanding national and global developments.

What's included

5 videos3 assignments

5 videosβ€’Total 40 minutes
  • Social Mediaβ€’9 minutes
  • Importance of Mass Communicationβ€’8 minutes
  • Creates Awarenessβ€’5 minutes
  • Past Present and Futureβ€’9 minutes
  • Help Understand the Worldβ€’10 minutes
3 assignmentsβ€’Total 50 minutes
  • Modern Media, Impact & Evolutionβ€’30 minutes
  • Digital Revolution & Media Influenceβ€’10 minutes
  • Media Through Time & Global Understandingβ€’10 minutes

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