IS 390

Fall 2018 All Classes

All Classes
Special Topics in Information Studies

Credit: 1 TO 3 hours.

Directed and supervised investigation of selected topics in information studies that may include among others computers and culture; information policy; community information systems; production, retrieval and evaluation of scientific or social science knowledge; computer-mediated communication; and computer-supported cooperative work.

May be repeated. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.

IS 390 class schedule data for fall 2018
CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
68256
Lecture-Discussion
CC
9:30AM -10:50AM
TR
Grad Sch of Lib & Info Science
Duffy, D
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
08/27/18-12/12/18
Credit:
3 hours
Section Title:
Computers and Cultures
Section Info:
Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. ### Explores cultural ideas about computers, including hopes and fears about the effects of computers on our lives. Will analyze images of computers in fiction and movies. The course will also examine hackers, online subcultures, and other computer-related subcultures, and the integration of computers into various cultural practices.
Restriction(s):
Not intended for students with Freshman class standing. Restricted to Undergrad - Urbana-Champaign.
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