MEDS 382 - The Chinese Internet: Expression and Censorship in the Digital World

Semester Offered: Fall
1 unit(s)

(Same as ASIA 382 and CHIN 382) This class is a seminar covering the development of the internet and social media platforms in China, censorship, and the changing relationship between the state, citizens, and internet companies. In particular, it examines early online forums, social media platforms such as Weibo, app-based social networking apps WeChat and Douyin, and the online counterparts of traditional news media. A variety of disciplinary approaches to understanding phenomena in these spheres are employed, including qualitative and quantitative linguistic analysis methods, sociological examinations, as well as ethnographic studies. By the end of the course, students have a broad understanding of the major questions, debates and disciplinary approaches to understanding censorship and expression in the Chinese internet. Liz Carter.

One 3-hour period.

Course Format: CLS