COMM4476 · Communication

Screening Genre in the United States

Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences

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Joshua Truelove

3 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.3
Course: 4.2

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Joshua Truelove

3 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.3
Course: 4.2

About this course

Satisfies one of two writing intensive courses required with the Communication major. Restricted to Juniors and Seniors. This course explores the evolution of film and television genre in the United States. By examining the sociopolitical context of different eras, students will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of how political ideologies, major historical events, cultural shifts, and technological advancements impact the production of television and film in different genres. Students will also have the opportunity to engage with television and film analysis theories and methods to investigate the impact screening genre and American sociopolitical culture have on one another.

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OrganizationHow well the course was organized: 4.64 / 5
ChallengeHow intellectually challenging students found it: 4.43 / 5
AttendanceHow necessary attendance was: 4.60 / 5
AssignmentsHow helpful assignments were: 4.64 / 5

Weekly effort: ~5 hours

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Evaluation history 3 terms

All available terms for COMM4476. Numerical averages use the five-point scale.
Term	Evaluations	Course rating	Instructor rating
Spring 2025	1	4.7	4.8
Fall 2024	1	4.0	3.9
Spring 2024	1	4.0	4.2