The University of Alabama College of Communication and Information Sciences 15 courses
The Children's Media minor is designed for students interested in children and the print and digital media they consume. Students have the opportunity to explore a range of industry areas in which individuals conduct research about the effects of media on children, learn to manage print and digital media platforms, and create media content for children and adolescents. The interdisciplinary curriculum combines foundational knowledge and practical skills to help students develop specialized skills in evaluating and creating print and digital content for children including books, zines, apps, and television.
Required Courses (9 hours)
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LS 350 | Children & Media | 3 |
| LS 440 | Children's Digital Media Cultures | 3 |
| LS 445 | Writing for Children and Young Adults | 3 |
| Total Required Courses (9 hours) | 9 credits | |
Electives (9 hours)
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APR 280 | Intro to Audience Analysis | 3 |
| BA 205 | Introduction to Book Arts | 3 |
| BA 404 | Art and Culture of Zines | 3 |
| EN 313 | Writing Across Media | 3 |
| EN 383 | Book and Print Design | 3 |
| JCM 372 | Media Effects | 3 |
| LS 203 | Intro to Children's Literature | 3 |
| LS 204 | Introduction to Young Adult Literature | 3 |
| LS 208 | Small Press Publishing in the Digital World | 3 |
| LS 353 | Understanding Global Perspectives through Children's Media | 3 |
| LS 490 | Advanced Special Topics in Library Studies | 3 |
| LS 498 | Independent Study | 1-3 |
| Total Electives (9 hours) | 9 credits | |
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