Developing an Interdisciplinary "New Media Studies" Major: Challenges and Solutions

Abstract

Now in its fourth year, the interdisciplinary New Media Studies major at Eastern Connecticut State University is unique among the CT state university system. We will describe the challenges in the initial development of the program, Board of Regents approval, assessment, and continued refining of the major. We will also highlight solutions for the success of one of the most vibrant and fastest-growing majors on campus.

Presenters

Kristen Morgan
Associate Professor, Communication, Film, and Theatre, Eastern Connecticut State University, Connecticut, United States

David Pellegrini
Faculty/Professor, Communication, Film & Theatre, Eastern Connecticut State University, Connecticut, United States

Details

Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

Media Literacies

KEYWORDS

"Media Education", " Training"

Digital Media

This presenter hasn’t added media.
Request media and follow this presentation.