COMM 179: Global Media and Resistance
San Jose State University
Study of communication issues facing global resistance movements, particularly the role of new technology and social media in public dissent. Covers the application of social movements and resistance theories and concepts. Satisfies GE UD Area: 3.Cultures and Global Understanding (Formerly Area V). Prerequisite(s): Completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all UD GE courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
Average GPA: 2.99
Grade distribution records: 726 students across 16 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 49 | 6.7% |
| A | 153 | 21.1% |
| A- | 95 | 13.1% |
| B+ | 51 | 7.0% |
| B | 151 | 20.8% |
| B- | 50 | 6.9% |
| C+ | 27 | 3.7% |
| C | 56 | 7.7% |
| C- | 24 | 3.3% |
| D+ | 8 | 1.1% |
| D | 18 | 2.5% |
| D- | 12 | 1.7% |
| F | 32 | 4.4% |
Based on 726 student grade records across 16 terms and 5 professors.
Instructors
- Carol-Lynn Perez 423 students, Average GPA 2.90
- Stephen D Hinerman 171 students, Average GPA 3.06
- Ted Matthew Coopman 63 students, Average GPA 3.03
- James Alejandro Artiga-Purcell 38 students, Average GPA 3.63
- Nicholas J Coburn-Palo 31 students, Average GPA 2.88