Digital Citizenship: Media & Information Literacy
Trail description
Ever feel like you're lost in a jungle of fake news, viral trends, and information
overload? The Digital Citizenship Trail at OSU is your compass to navigate this wild
digital jungle.
Imagine being able to spot fake news from a mile away, understand how media shapes
our opinions and society, use data to make smart decisions in your career and life,
and create content that stands out in the digital noise.
This isn't just another set of classes – it's your ticket to becoming a savvy digital
native. You'll learn from experts across campus, from media gurus to data wizards.
Plus, you'll get hands-on experience with the latest digital tools and techniques.
Whether you're aiming to be a social media influencer, a data analyst, or just want
to be a well-informed citizen, this trail will give you the edge you need. Join us,
and let's conquer the digital jungle together!
Complete 18 total credit hours across the categories
Trailhead Course: 3 credit hours
Trailhead Option Pool
- MC 2143 Media and Information Literacy (S)
Central Trail Courses:
Choose at least 9 credit hours from at least 2 pools of GE-designated option pools
GE-designated Option Pool (S)
- SOC 3343 Technology and Society (S)
- POLS 2020 Topics in Public Law (S)
- SOC 1113 Introductory Sociology (S)
GE-designated Option Pool (H)
- AMST 3683 Introduction to Digital Humanities
- ENGL 2243 Language, Text and Culture (H, G)
- HIST 2023 History of the Present (H)
- MC 3173 History of Mass Communication (H)
- PHIL 3783 Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (H)
GE-designated Option Pool (Q)
- BADM/MSIS 2233 Business Analytics Fundamentals (Q)
- PHIL 1313 Logic and Critical Thinking (Q)
- MATH 1493 Applications of Modern Mathematics (Q)
- STAT 1013 Statistical Literacy (Q)
GE-designated Option Pool (G)
- ENGL 2243 Language, Text and Culture (G, H)
- HLTH 3211 International Comparative Health (G)
- POLS 2013 Introduction to International Relations (G)
GE-designated Option Pool (D)
- GWST 3713 Gender and Representation (D)
- MC 1143 Media in a Diverse Society (D, S)
- MSIS 3931 Diversity Impacts in Information Systems (D)
- SOC 2123 Social Problems (D,S)
Summit Course or Experience: at least 3 credit hours
Choose one of these
Summit Option Pool
- MC 4034 Media Study Abroad (G)
- SOC 3343 Technology and Society (S)
Foundational Course: 3 credit hours
Take one of these
Foundation Option Pool
- ENGL 1113 Composition I
- ENGL 1313 Critical Analysis and Writing I
- Any Q-designated MATH or STAT course