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Media, Information and Technoculture 339F/G The Culture of Consumption

Examines the historical development and social significance of a culture of consumption. After exploring the rise of commercialized leisure, the course will examine how advertising and marketing are related to consumer society. Contemporary sites of consumer culture, including shopping malls and theme parks, will be discussed.

Prerequisite: Registration in the second, third or fourth year of an MIT program, or permission of the Faculty.
3 lecture hours, half course


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