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JOUR 200 - Intro Mass Communication/CRN 74536

Instructor: Cyrus Saatsaz

Contact information

Email Address: cyrus_saatsaz@cuesta.edu

Office Location/ Hours: Email three ideal days and times to schedule a Zoom meeting

Instructor Contact Expectations:

The best and fastest way to contact me is email. I will generally respond to your emails within 24 hours during weekdays only. During busy times of the semester, the response time may increase to 48 hours. On weekends, I will do my best to get back to you ASAP but I cannot guarantee an expeditious response.

Course Environment:

This online course will be using a Web-based Learning Management System Canvas as the method to disseminate information. Canvas provides the framework for the course including PowerPoint presentations, student data files, the tools to receive and send course materials, and a grade book. Using the communication tools, you can communicate using e-mail, and you can share materials and ideas with other course participants via the discussion forums and groups.

Class opens / Accessing Canvas:

Prior to the class starting on August 17, you will receive an email to your my.Cuesta.edu address providing you with a reminder that class will be starting and log in procedures for Canvas, the learning management system (LMS) used to deliver course content. You can access Canvas by logging into MyCuesta, then clicking on the Resources Tab, then clicking on Canvas in the Online Learning Channel, or by typing the Canvas address (https://cuesta.instructure.com/) into your browser address bar. Do not bookmark / favorite the canvas site after your login, or you will get an error message next time you try to log in. You must access the canvas log in directly.

If you are not familiar with logging into canvas, please refer to the Canvas Quick Reference Guide. Once logged into Canvas you will be directed on where to get started. Be sure to read all the direction on the course home page.

If you are having difficulty logging into Canvas after August 17 and need assistance please email me or technical support at this email address: support@my.cuesta.edu.

Online Learning:

If you have never taken an online class or this is your first experience with Canvas, please be patient with yourself. Online classes are not inherently easier, although they may be much more convenient for many students. You should expect to spend at least as much time, if not more on this course as you would on a course that meets face to face. Since there is no lecture component, much of this time will be self-directed and there will be a substantial amount of reading, viewing, studying, and writing required. This course is completely online using Canvas; all coursework (discussions, assignments, quizzes) is submitted online. There are no face-to-face meetings. Please be prepared to spend 8 - 12 hours per week on coursework for this class

IS an ONLINE CLASS FOR YOU?

First, go to the Online Readiness Resources to take a "self-assessment”. There are many resources that were designed to help you understand the basis for an online class and the skills necessary for success. (If the tutorials do NOT describe you, then taking this class online is NOT for you and I strongly suggest that you drop the online class and enroll in a traditional classroom section.)

Regular Effective Contact policy:

Regular and Effective Instructor Contact will be met through weekly instructor initiated threaded discussion forums; weekly announcements to students; timely and effective feedback on student assignments; email, phone or messaging to individuals; and virtual office hours.

Course Description

Presents a survey of mass communication and the interrelationships of media with society. Transfer: CSU; UC. (Formerly JOUR201B)

Student Learning Outcomes

[Ideally, the Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) will be listed on the syllabus, but you might want to include them here for reference.]

Describe the development and history of mass media, including printed, broadcast and digital media as well as public relations and advertising.
Evaluate the impact of mass media on society and demonstrate critical thinking skills as aconsumer of mass media.
Explain the issues the digital revolution presents to different media fields.
Explain legal issues related to mass media, including libel, privacy, copyright and freedom of information.

Text Book and Materials

Our textbook, “Understanding Media and Culture: An Introduction to Mass CommunicationLinks to an external site.” is online and free, so you have no need to buy one. Here’s the link. The link includes a downloadable pdf.
Supplemental Materials necessary for the class, as applicable. For example:
- ConferZoom
- Microsoft Office for Free (including word and powerpoint)

Technical Support

Cuesta students are encouraged to direct all technical support inquiries to support@my.cuesta.edu. If you are having issues with Canvas, you should contact the Canvas Support Hotline at (877) 921-7680, or click on the help button on the Canvas Navigation to report a problem.

If you are having difficulty viewing the course or logging in, it may be because you are not using the correct url: https://cuesta.instructure.com/ or you are using your phone or using an unsupported browser.

Your learning environment is best accessed from a desktop or laptop computer, using Firefox or Chrome. This may solve your problem! Please review the browser requirements and minimum computer specifications at:

Accommodations:

This course is designed using an accessible Learning Management System, and course materials have been created with ADA compliance in mind. If you have a disability and might need accommodations in this class such as extended time on exams or other resources. Please contact the instructor as soon as possible so that you can receive appropriate accommodations in a timely manner. You should also contact DSPS (Disabled Student Programs & Services) at 805-546-3148 or

College & Course Policies:

Academic Honesty Policy: The integrity of an academic community means that citations of ideas, methodologies, and research findings are full and correct. In addition, each student can promote academic honesty by protecting her/his work from inappropriate use by others and by maintaining high standards of academic honesty. The main violations of academic honesty are cheating and plagiarism.
Cheating includes the unauthorized use of certain materials, information or devices in writing examinations or in preparing papers or assignments. Any student who aids another student in cheating is also guilty of this academic dishonesty.
Other possible forms of cheating include submitting the same work in more than one class without permission and working on exams with the assistance of others.
Plagiarism is the presentation of ideas, words, and opinions of someone else as one’s own work. In addition to directly quoted published work, paraphrased material must also be attributed to its original writer.
In addition to my course policy, please note all students attending San Luis Obispo County Community College District at any district site and when representing Cuesta College in any off-campus activity, assume an obligation to conduct themselves in an acceptable manner compatible with the Student Code of conduct. Please review the Cuesta College Student Code of conduct at:

Add / Drop Policy: Please review the Cuesta policy for drops

Waitlist Policy: Please contact me if you need an add code. Please review Cuesta’s waitlist procedure and instructions.

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Since there is no lecture component, much of this time will be self-directed and there will be a substantial amount of reading, viewing, studying, and writing required. This course is completely online using Canvas; all coursework (discussions, assignments, quizzes) is submitted online. There are no face-to-face meetings.  Please be prepared to spend 8 - 12 hours per week on coursework for this class\nIS an ONLINE CLASS FOR YOU? \n<ul>\n<li>First, go to the <a href=\"https://www.cuesta.edu/academics/distance/index.html\">Online Readiness Resources</a> to take a \"self-assessment”. There are many resources that were designed to help you understand the basis for an online class and the skills necessary for success. 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