Undergraduate Level (B.S. Communications Media) COMM 101 Communications Media in American Society COMM 103 Digital Instructional Technology COMM 150 Aesthetics and Theory of Communications Media COMM 201 Internet and Multimedia COMM 205 Media Presentation Skills COMM 230 Issues in International Communication COMM 240 Communications Graphics COMM 249 Basic Audio Recording Techniques COMM 251 Television Production COMM 271 Beginning Photography COMM 281 Special Topics COMM 302 Research in Communications Media COMM 303 Scriptwriting COMM 305 Electronic Media Programming and Sales COMM 325 Women in Media COMM 330 Instructional Design for Training and Development COMM 335 Communications Consulting and Project Management COMM 340 Advanced Communications Graphics COMM 345 Television Criticism COMM 349 Radio Production COMM 351 Advanced Video Production COMM 354 Broadcast Regulation COMM 371 Photography II: The Print COMM 375 Mass Media and Behavior COMM 380 The History of African Americans in Films COMM 390 Practicum in Communications COMM 395 Career Planning in Communications Media COMM 403 Broadcast Newswriting COMM 405 Process of Digital Game Development COMM 408 Media Field Studies COMM 410 Promotion for Radio, Television, and Cable COMM 440 Multimedia Production COMM 445 Applications and Techniques of Motion Pictures COMM 447 Animation COMM 449 Advanced Audio Recording Techniques COMM 451 Broadcast News Process COMM 460 Emerging Trends in Communication Technology COMM 470 Management Practices in Electronic Communications COMM 471 Electronic Imaging COMM 474 Documentary Photography COMM 475 Senior Portfolio Presentation COMM 480 Seminar in Communications Media COMM 481 Special Topics in Communications Media COMM 493 Internship Graduate Level (M.A. Adult Ed. and Communications Technology) ACE 620 Introduction to ACE ACE 621 The Adult Learner ACE 622 Program and Process Development in ACE ACE 623 Organization and Administration in ACE ACE 625 Facilitating Adult Learning GSR 615 Elements of Research ACE 735 Seminar in ACE ACE 740 Internship ACE 745 Practical Research ACE/COMM 850 Thesis COMM 600 Instructional Design and Development COMM 601 Media Production COMM 614 Instructional Computing Basics COMM 631 Interactive Multimedia COMM 698 Internships or Electives Doctoral Level (Ph.D. Communications Media & Instructional Tech.) COMM 801 Ideas that Shape Media COMM 812 Media Ethics COMM 822 Children and Media COMM 825 Quantitative Methods in Communications Research COMM 828 Qualitative Methods in Communications Research COMM 832 Media Production COMM 846 Instructional Media Solutions COMM 853 Corporate Communications COMM 857 Doctoral Seminar in Communications Culture and Technology COMM 860 Media Preproduction COMM 876 Online Media COMM 882 Simulations and Games COMM 900 Culture of Cyberspace COMM 910 Advanced Doctoral Research COMM 995 Dissertation   Undergraduate Level (B.S. Communications Media) COMM 101 Communications Media in American Society 3c-0l-3cr Required of Communications Media majors. An introduction to the evolution, status, and future of communications media. Explores intrapersonal communication through self-assessment, values clarification, and feedback; interpersonal communication through interviews, observations, case studies, and gaming; and mass communications through the examination of the processes and the technology utilized to disseminate and manage information. Career paths, field applications, professional associations, and the primary literature are investigated. COMM 103 Digital Instructional Technology 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: Education major Introduces freshman pre-service teachers to the ever-changing world of digital instructional technology. Learners are exposed to computer-based tools of the trade used by teachers in the delivery and management of instruction. Does not count towards credits needed for COMM major. COMM 150 Aesthetics and Theory of Communications Media 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 101 Examines the theoretical assumptions of sight, sound, and motion as applied to the design of communication products for different media formats. Within the course, strategies for creative composition are demonstrated. Psychological and physiological implications of images are discussed. COMM 201 Internet and Multimedia 3c-0l-3cr Focuses on the evaluation of information and multimedia resources available on electronic networks when doing research in an area of one’s choice. Information literacy course is designed for students to gain a more in-depth understanding of the information resources available electronically and of how to utilize them more effectively in communicating. Students learn how to access and utilize these resources for two-way communications and support for decision making while incorporating selected elements in multimedia presentations of their own design. (BTED/COMM/COSC/IFMG/LIBR 201 may be used interchangeably for D or F repeats and may not be counted for duplicate credit.) COMM 205 Media Presentation Skills 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 150, COMM majors only Introduces basic presentation skills, emphasizing the use of media to enhance presentations. Research, organize, and write presentations, design appropriate media, and deliver presentations in various settings, including to large groups, on camera, and in groups with other students. COMM 230 Issues in International Communication 3c-0l-3cr A survey of international communications with particular emphasis on communications flow, four-press theories, ownership, structure and access to media, government/media relationships, and the impact of communications on developed and developing countries. COMM 240 Communications Graphics 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 101 or permission An introduction to graphic design concepts and related processes and techniques for a variety of forms of presentation media including television, multimedia, and on-line communications for educational, corporate training, and communications specialists. Both two- and three-dimensional design and basic animation concepts are explored. Hands-on experiences using a variety of graphic software applications. COMM 249 Basic Audio Recording Techniques 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 101, permission Theory and practice of recording sound, developing an understanding of the language of sound recording as well as the ability to make sound recordings. Offers exposure to recording for various media including radio, music, motion pictures, television, and multimedia production. Material also appropriate for teachers who wish to make use of tape recorder in the classroom. Provides hands-on experience through labs and projects to be completed outside of class. Students are expected to provide an audio tape recorder. COMM 251 Television Production 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 101, permission Develops basic skills in television production and direction. Consideration of operating problems of a television studio, as well as functions, limitations, and capabilities of television equipment and facilities. COMM 271 Beginning Photography 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 101 or permission Introduces beginning photography students to photography as a tool for communications and as a lifelong leisure activity. Covers basic camera operation and other means of image acquisition, imaging processing and manipulation, printing, and photo finishing. Student is required to have a camera, preferably a single-lens reflex, with fully manual focusing and exposure capability. COMM 281 Special Topics var-1-3cr Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 281 are offered primarily for lower-level undergraduate students. COMM 302 Research in Communications Media 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 150, ENGL 101 and 202 (grade of C or better) Provides knowledge of the resource materials and research strategies used in the communications media field. Students design basic data gathering instruments, collect data, and assimilate information from various sources and data into communication products, services, or documents. COMM 303 Scriptwriting 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 150, ENGL 101 and 202 (grade of C or better) or instructor permission An introduction to the design of media materials and script writing. Style and techniques of writing are analyzed. Classroom emphasis is on writing, critiques, and revision of designs and scripts. Scripts for audio, multimedia presentations, and motion picture and television productions will be written. COMM 305 Electronic Media Programming and Sales 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 150 Explores two primary functions of the electronic media: providing programming for audiences and providing economic viability to media outlets by selling commercial time to clients. Explores topics such as program development, scheduling, and promotion. Also explores the basic strategies used in the electronic media to sell commercial time and the use of audience and ratings analysis in the processes of programming and sales. COMM 325 Women in Media 3c-0l-3cr An overview of women in media (including television, film, radio, the Internet, etc.) and some of the issues women face. Emphasizes the historical development of women in the media both nationally and internationally. Will identify some key women in the history of media and discuss the difference between female icons of the past and present. Explore the impact women have had on media and society and the way women are portrayed by the media. COMM 330 Instructional Design for Training and Development 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 150, ENGL 101 and 202 (grade of C or better) or instructor permission Examines the systems approach for the design, development, and evaluation of instructional material. Students learn about the history of instructional design and development and the current status of the field. Each student produces a self-instructional prototype that requires the student to systematically and creatively apply the concepts and rules learned. COMM 335 Communications Consulting and Project Management  3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 101 Presents the theoretical views and clinical applications of consulting skills and practices associated with and needed by communication professionals. Presented are the functions and role of the consultant, the client’s perspective on consulting, hiring a consultant, ethics in consulting, personal assessment tests, and related literature and models. COMM 340 Advanced Communication Graphics 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 240, permission Provides in-depth experience in planning and preparing graphic materials commonly used in the communications profession; graphic materials include design, photosketching, lettering, slide titling and duplication, preparation of camera-ready art, lithographic film and master layout sheets, professional slide flat production and photocopy, large-format transparency production, color key, and color systems. COMM 345 Television Criticism 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 150 or instructor permission The medium of television offers a unique environment for development and delivery of information, entertainment, and news. Explores and analyzes television programming. Includes examination of genres ranging from situation comedy to drama, to mini-series and made-for-TV movies. COMM 349 Radio Production 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 150 or instructor permission An introduction to production techniques as they pertain to radio. Exposure to programming, scripting, producing programs, intros, outros, commercials, public service announcements, station identifications, and promotional announcements. Also deals with the interaction of a radio station with national networks and with the real-life concerns of deadlines. COMM 351 Advanced Video Production 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 251 A production course that emphasizes advanced field production techniques. Some topics include field lighting, video post-production editing with A-B roll, on-line editing, and nonlinear editing. Provides hands-on experience through projects and field trips. COMM 354 Broadcast Regulation 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 150 or instructor permission Delves into the areas of law affecting broadcasters. Covers laws pertaining to cable television, station licensing and renewal, political broadcasting, libel, copyright, the right of reply, and privacy. Examines the historical development of the FCC and its jurisdictions. Discusses case studies along with the relevancy of some laws as they pertain to today’s society. COMM 371 Photography II: The Print 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 271, permission Develops camera and print-making skills to the degree that salon-quality photographic prints can be produced. Students will understand the photographic processes utilized in producing a high-quality negative and print to the extent that they can manipulate those processes to communicate an intended message with their photographs. Emphasizes camera and print control as well as composition and negative and print manipulation. COMM 375 Mass Media and Behavior 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and junior or senior status Theory and research on the influence of the mass media on human behavior and attitudes. Topics include the effects of news and political advertising on public opinion; the effects of racist and sexist portrayals; and the effects of violence and pornography on aggressive behavior. (Also offered as PSYC 375; may be taken only once) COMM 380 The History of African Americans in Film 3c-0l-3cr Traces the historical development of the roles of African Americans in film and television. Examines the early stereotypic portrayals of this group, the origins of these stereotypes, and the ongoing changes, positive and negative, that have occurred regarding the media representation through research, film, and archetypal analysis, observation, and discussion. The new generation of African American filmmakers and their creative efforts to promote more realistic portrayals are analyzed. COMM 390 Practicum in Communications var-1-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 101, written permission An opportunity with credit for students to make contributions to department and campus media-related facilities and offices including WIUP-TV, WIUP-FM, Penn, Media Relations, and Media Resources. Repeatable for a maximum of 6cr. COMM 395 Career Planning in Communications Media 1c-0l-1cr Prerequisite: Minimum 20 COMM credits Serves as a primary skill-building and strategy-seeking experience for the internship program and later career entry and growth. Extensive writing, research, and individual counseling are involved. Travel may be necessary. COMM 403 Broadcast Newswriting 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 150, ENGL 101 and 202 (grade of C or better) or instructor permission Acquaints students with the various styles and script formats used in writing news scripts for radio and television. Includes instruction in writing news stories for radio and television and an introduction to broadcast news production. Practice and work to improve writing skills in this area of broadcast writing. COMM 405 Process of Digital Game Development 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: Junior/senior standing or instructor permission Examines the theory and development of digital games. Explores the logics of gameplay, the process of game development, gaming technology, and the psychology of gaming. Also examines the history and organization of the gaming industry. Students also create deliverables around a game concept they develop in the process of completing the course. COMM 408 Media Field Studies 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 101, junior standing, and instructor permission A hands-on course designed to help learn about the production process involving on-location production. Has three distinct phases: students begin with research and preproduction tasks on campus, may travel to a remote site to collect additional information and images and use those images to complete a production, and are responsible for travel expenses. COMM 410 Promotion for Radio, Television, and Cable 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 150 Teaches the promotion processes used by promotion directors at radio stations, television stations, and cable outlets. Emphasis is placed on understanding the purpose and application of demographic and psychographic targeting of the television, radio, and cable audiences. Students will be involved in a project to effectively promote IUP’s on-campus radio and/or television station. Helps students understand how to build audiences in the competitive television, radio, and cable environments. COMM 440 Multimedia Production 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 240 or instructor permission Presents the processes and techniques of planning, designing, and producing used with interactive multimedia. Provides hands-on experiences in the use of graphics, audio, animation, video, and authoring software applications to produce an aesthetically acceptable product that meets specific objectives. Designed to meet the needs of educational media, corporate training, and communications specialists. COMM 445 Applications and Techniques of Motion Pictures 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 150 or instructor permission A survey of the role that motion picture film production plays in society. A major emphasis is on the variety of applications with special consideration given to motion pictures as a tool to support research. COMM 447 Animation 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 444 Introduces animation techniques and offers practical experience in planning and producing animated sequences. Work with filmograph, cut-out, puppet, and full cel animation. Practice in designing, drawing, tracing, inking, and painting cels; preparation of blackboards; use of cel boards; animation camera and stand; preparation of story boards and cue sheets; integration of visual and sound.   COMM 449 Advanced Audio Recording Techniques 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 249, permission Sound recording utilizing advanced techniques and concentrating on specific applications. Student participates in an intensive lab experience utilizing the most advanced audio equipment available. Emphasis on application, editing, signal processing, and multi-track recording. Student is expected to produce a sound recording for a specific use of professional quality. COMM 451 Broadcast News Process 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 251, 349, permission Reporting and presenting radio and TV news programs. Analysis of news and public affairs broadcasting. COMM 460 Emerging Trends in Communication Technology 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 150 An introduction to the ever-changing world of telecommunication technologies, focusing on modern, computer-driven modes of information exchange. Provides an opportunity to synthesize several of the technologies covered and integrate them into a workable solution to a practical telecommunication problem. COMM 470 Management Practices in Electronic Communications 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 150, any COMM writing-intensive course, and junior or senior standing Presents the theory and practice of media management. Areas covered include problem-solving, documenting and reporting, career systems, budgeting, personnel, ownership, unionization, market analysis, and special topics as directly related to communications media industries. Students conduct case study research related to their career direction. COMM 471 Electronic Imaging 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisite: COMM 271 or permission An introduction to the use of electronic still photography (ESP) for the capture, recording, and transfer of still images and the use of computers for the storage, manipulation, and output of color and black and white photography. Extensive training in the use of software packages for image enhancement, restoration, and manipulation will be provided. Students learn the applications of this technology to the print media and examine the ethical and legal issues of image manipulation. COMM 474 Documentary Photography 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: COMM 271, 472, permission Prepares students to deal with the actions of subjects in both descriptive and interpretive styles. Students are assigned to photograph a variety of local events in a manner that makes the nature of the event evident to the viewer of the photograph. Students also learn differences between printing for reproduction and for exhibit. They are required to have a 35mm camera (preferably a manual exposure single-lens reflex) and a flash unit. COMM 475 Senior Portfolio Presentation 1c-0l-1cr Prerequisites: Communications Media majors only and COMM 395 Students compile and present a series of works produced through previous Communications Media courses and activities. The result is a portfolio suitable for presentation to a potential employer. The portfolio may include examples of student works from a variety of subject areas. COMM 480 Seminar in Communications Media 3c-0l-3cr Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, other prerequisites as appropriate to course content A seminar in selected communications issues or problems. Includes the reading and review of the current literature as appropriate to the major topic presented in the seminar. COMM 481 Special Topics var-1-3cr Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students. COMM 493 Internship var-6, 9, 12cr Prerequisites: COMM 395, department approval A supervised professional summer work experience in communications media. Sites reflect the academic goals of the department and are approved and administered by a department coordinator. Location, duties, length of internship, and hours are individually tailored to student career goals. Sites represent wide application of process and technology of communications in business, education, allied health, or other agencies. Students must complete 40 hours of the internship work experience per credit earned. A maximum of 15cr is applicable to an undergraduate degree program from any combination of internship and practicum experience. Graduate Level (M.A. Adult Education and Communications Technology) ACE 620  Introduction to ACE 3c-0l-3cr ACE 621 The Adult Learner 3c-0l-3cr This course focuses on the adult as a learner, including adult physiological, psychological, sociological characteristics and their effects on learning. ACE 622 Program and Process Development in Adult and Community Education 3c-0l-3cr A knowledge and skill-building course designed for present and future adult and community education practitioners. This how-to course examines concepts and practices relevant to the development of educational programs in traditional and nontraditional settings. ACE 623 Organization and Administration in Adult and Community Education 3c-0l-3cr This course introduces the student to basic theories of leadership, management and organizational structure. It includes study and application of the tasks, tools, strategies and leadership roles of adult and community education administrators. ACE 625 Facilitating Adult Learning 3c-0l-3cr This course examines teaching and learning theories as they relate to adults:  the teaching-learning process in a variety of educational settings; instructional methods, techniques and devices which are effective with adults; and instructional designs and evaluative methods that are effective in the teaching-learning process. GSR 615 Elements of Research 3c-0l-3cr Selection of a research problem, data collection, types of research, research reports, and the use of the library and computer in connection with research problems are studied.  Elements of statistics are introduced. This course provides background for preparation of the thesis and enables the student to become an intelligent consumer of products of academic research. ACE 735 Seminar in ACE  3c-0l-3cr ACE 740 Internship 3c-0l-3cr ACE 745 Practical Research   3c-0l-3cr ACE 750 Seminar:  Technology and Adult Learning      3c-0l-3cr This course, by providing an advanced forum in which to research, discuss, and document current and emerging topics, issues, and applications in technology and adult learning (with special emphasis on distance learning) serves to synthesize these two fields of inquiry an offers students the opportunity to conceptualize and develop models and strategies for the integrated application of theory and practice learned in earlier courses.  Literature reviews, topics analysis, and case studies are used to enhance awareness of critical issues and potential applications in real life settings.  Prerequisites:  At least twelve completed credits, six each in ACE and COMM courses, and advisor approval.  ACE/COMM 850 Thesis  3c-0l-3cr Students selecting the thesis option will complete a thesis project with a committee consisting of at least three faculty members. COMM 600 Instructional Design and Development 3c-0l-3cr Examines the systems approach for the design, development and evaluation of instructional material (print, video, multimedia, etc.). Students will learn the history of instructional technology and its current applications. Each student will produce a self-instructional prototype which will require the student to systematically and creatively apply the concepts and rules earned in the class. COMM 601 Media Production   3c-0l-3cr Students learn how to systematically plan, produce, use and evaluate media. Each student will produce different types of messages (motivational, informational and instructional) using a variety of media. COMM 614 Instructional Computing Basics 3c-0l-3cr COMM 631 Interactive Media 3c-0l-3cr COMM 698 Internship 3c-0l-3cr Supervised professional work experience in communications media.  Location, duties, length of internship and hours are individually tailored to student career goals. Sites represent wide application of process and technology of communications business, education, allied health or other agencies. Graduate Level (Ph.D. Communications Media and Instructional Technology) COMM 801 Ideas that Shape Media 3c-0l-3cr This course provides a detailed analysis of prevailing theories of media and communication. Students read milestone research, discuss the impact that culture and media have on each other, and write an extensive analysis of how technology, technique, and culture collide to create various forms of communication. The course also focuses on trends in Communications Media and Instructional Technology. COMM 812 Media Ethics 3c-0l-3cr This course analyzes ethical problems using established theories, research and personal insights. Discussions focus on ethics within the communications media and instructional technology field. Students will complete research and case study activities that require them to provide possible solutions to ethical problems in the field. COMM 822 Children and Media 3c-0l-3cr This course analyzes the scope of media in relationship to children. The course examines the impact that media has on children in terms of behavior and culture. It also examines the influence children have in shaping the media. Discussions focus on multiple forms of children’s media including those within entertainment and education. COMM 825 Quantitative Methods in Communications Research 3c-0l-3cr This course presents students with a model-comparison approach to conducting quantitative research. Students become familiar with various strategies for formulating hypotheses, selecting experimental and quasi-experimental designs, and using statistical software and other resources to conduct research. COMM 828 Qualitative Methods in Communications Research 3c-0l-3cr This course presents students with a model-comparison approach to conducting quantitative research. Students become familiar with various strategies for formulating hypotheses, selecting experimental and quasi-experimental designs, and using statistical software and other resources to conduct research. COMM 832 Media Production 3c-0l-3cr This production course may be taken for variable credit between 1 and six credits. It provides students with an array of media production skills related to audio, video, photographic, typographic, 3 dimensional graphic, and web related production skills. The course is presented in modular form with each module equaling one credit. A student may test out of any or all of the modules but must substitute the credits with an elective approved by the student’s advisor. COMM 846 Instructional Media Solutions 3c-0l-3cr This course analyzes the varied theoretical approaches to the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of media solutions to human competency problems. Students discuss models of performance analysis and policies, strategies, and tactics for developing competence including instructional design. Students are required to analyze existing instructional systems and present recommendations for improving those systems based on models and strategies discussed in class. COMM 853 Corporate Communications 3c-0l-3cr This course provides students with the necessary skills to design, inform, and implement communications media strategies within the corporate environment. Students will learn the importance of communication and its impact on the affected publics. Through developing written, oral, and managerial communication students will be able to execute multidirectional communication within a corporate setting. Students will explore corporate communication functions including internal communication, corporate promotions, and marketing communications. COMM 857 Doctoral Seminar in Communications Culture and Technology 3c-0l-3cr This course, by providing an advanced forum in which to research, discuss, and document current and emerging topics, issues, and applications in communication technology, serves to offer students the opportunity to conceptualize and develop models and strategies for the integrated application of theory and practice. Literature reviews, topic analyses, and case studies are used to enhance awareness of critical issues and potential application in real-life settings. COMM 860 Media Preproduction 3c-0l-3cr This production course focuses on preproduction activities such as script treatments, storyboarding, scriptwriting, editing, and production management. Students analyze case studies and real world situations to better understand the planning of media development. Students also develop a preproduction plan for a substantial media production in the areas of audio, video, film, photography, animation, games, simulation and educational media. COMM 876 Online Media 3c-0l-3cr This production course introduces students to the development and distribution of media via satellite, broadband, and other digital delivery systems. Students will discuss production, fiscal, ethical, and technological issues surrounding streaming, file sharing, wireless connectivity, and pod-casting. In the majority of the course students will develop a production with audio and video components for online distribution accompanied by a written justification for the selected strategies. COMM 882 Simulations and Games 3c-0l-3cr This production course focuses on the design, development, distribution of electronic games and simulations. Discussions will focus on ethics, controversies, and economics of the gaming industry as well as the use of computer generated animations in motion pictures. The role of instructional, promotional, and entertainment based simulations will be discussed. Students will use advanced multimedia production tools to create simulations and games for varied purposes accompanied by a written explanation of selected strategies. COMM 900 Culture of Cyberspace 3c-0l-3cr This course explores the culture, business and development of interactive multimedia environments including kiosks, commercial web sites, educational software, simulations, virtual reality and games. Students analyze the two-way interaction of culture and cyberspace, complete case studies including needs assessment, audience analysis, cost analysis, goal analysis, and evaluation and then develop an interactive multimedia solution to a complex communication problem while taking into account culture issues. COMM 910 Advanced Doctoral Research in Communications 3c-0l-3cr This course will serve as an advanced experience to assure student are prepared to do professional research in communications. Students will design a complete communications research project suitable for professional presentation and publication. Their work will encompass research design, measurement techniques, statistical procedures, and philosophies of research. Quantitative and qualitative approaches will be considered. Also covered are practical points such as data collection and generation strategies, concept definitions, database structure and report design. Prerequisites: EDSP 817 or equivalent, COMM 825, and COMM 828. COMM 995 Dissertation (12cr) 3c-0l-3cr This course will serve as an advanced experience to assure student are prepared to do professional research in communications. Students will design a complete communications research project suitable for professional presentation and publication. Their work will encompass research design, measurement techniques, statistical procedures, and philosophies of research. Quantitative and qualitative approaches will be considered. Also covered are practical points such as data collection and generation strategies, concept definitions, database structure and report design. Prerequisites: EDSP 817 or equivalent, COMM 825, and COMM 828. PREVIOUS Correspondence regarding this site should be sent to its maintainer, Matthew McKeague ghhq@iup.edu. Please see IUP's statement regarding pages that do not officially represent the university. Last updated October 8, 2009.