PHI 211 - Ethics in the Media

3.0 Credit(s)
Lecture 3
Lab/Clinical 0
Ethics in the Media introduces the judicial, legislative, and administrative policies pertinent to the ethical and legal operation of newspapers and other print media. Emphasis is placed upon First Amendment protection, libel, privacy, free press, fair trial, judicial controls, government regulations, copyright, and ethical standards and practices. Upon completion, students will have an understanding and appreciation of these issues and the ability to analyze the important legal and ethical issues involved.
Note(s): Co-numbered with JOU 211