CO 3553 - Communication Law and Ethics (3) F, SP

The First Amendment is the philosophical foundation for freedom of speech and press in America. Distinguish between forms of communication that have constitutional protection and those with limitations (libel, privacy, copyright, censorship, commercial speech, broadcast licensing, access to information). Explore the foundations of moral reasoning and apply ethical responsibilities to past and current communications cases in journalism, new and emerging media, strategic communication, event planning and sports media.