| Description: | This course examines the development of commercial television broadcasting, its beginnings in radio and its creation of distinctive genres in Italy. Italian state and private television are analyzed and compared. The course also considers different theoretical approaches to the analysis of television by investigating the various theories of its effects and the impact on other media. The course will examine today's main trends, strategies and broadcast in Italian television. A strong link is also provided between Italian television and Italian culture. A major or minor in Communications is helpful, but not necessary. |