Legacy, digital, and future media literacies. Historical and cultural contexts of media, with emphasis on individual and societal effects. Approaches to examining media and social life, technological developments, and communication trends. Course Information: Some sections may be offered fully online or in a blended-online and classroom course setting. Use of computer and internet access is required for all online and blended sections. A high speed connection, while not required, is strongly suggested. IAI Major MC course, and UIC GE Individual and Society course.