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1)    The course prerequisites.

TEL- T205 with a grade of C- or higher, or consent of
instructor

2)    A summary of course objectives.

Basic media theories as well as cognitive, emotional, and
social psychology, with a focus on how these theories can be applied
to the design of media messages. Special attention given to
Interactive and Immersive Mediated Environments.

3)   Course format.

This is an upper-level undergraduate lecture style course.

4)    Grading Procedures.

The course grade will be based on attendance-related
activities, in-class written examination, and course assignments.

5)   Required Texts.

There is one required text for this course:
Reeves, B., & Nass, C. 1996. The media equation: How people treat
computers, television, and new media like real people and places.
Cambridge University Press.
In addition, there are a number of assigned readings from various
sources relating to course topics on electronic reserve.

6)  Meeting Times.

TTh 2:30PM-3:45PM TV 226

To see which requirements, in the College of Arts and Sciences, this
course will fulfill consult the College Bulletin at
http://www.indiana.edu/~bulletin/iub/college/2008-2010/index.shtml.
If you have questions, or need additional help, see your academic
advisor.