Media, Information, and Democracy
This topic investigates the role of traditional and digital media in shaping public opinion and political discourse. Students evaluate the impact of information access on democratic participation.
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This topic investigates the role of traditional and digital media in shaping public opinion and political discourse. Students evaluate the impact of information access on democratic participation.
Key Questions
- How does the media influence political decision-making?
- What is the impact of social media on democratic engagement?
- How can citizens evaluate the reliability of political information?
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