COMM 3404: Media Law and Ethics
Ohio State University
This course will explore the theory, history, and ethical issues associated with free speech and free press areas of the First Amendment. Students will analyze key legal and ethical issues that affect journalism and media, with a focus on cases that have shaped media law and theories that help journalism professionals make decisions. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 3404H.
Average GPA: 3.55
Grade distribution records: 821 students across 13 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A | 407 | 49.6% |
| A- | 146 | 17.8% |
| B+ | 81 | 9.9% |
| B | 89 | 10.8% |
| B- | 33 | 4.0% |
| C+ | 21 | 2.6% |
| C | 25 | 3.0% |
| C- | 10 | 1.2% |
| D+ | 2 | 0.2% |
| D | 4 | 0.5% |
| F | 3 | 0.4% |
Based on 821 student grade records across 13 terms.