COMM 313: Communication and Mass Media
Historical evolution, structural dynamics, and social impact of mass communication channels (print, radio, television, cinema, internet platforms). Evaluates mass media theories (agenda-setting, framing, priming, uses and gratifications), media economics, ownership concentration, and public policy issues in global communication systems.
This archive catalogs 14 free educational resources and past exams for COMM 313 (Communication and Mass Media) at University of Southern California (USC), containing 8 midterm papers, 4 final examinations, 1 quiz, and 1 study guide. Dated documents represent 4 distinct academic years between 2020 and 2023.
Core Exam Topics & Learning Objectives
- Communication theory foundations: transmission, interactive, and transactional models in COMM 313
- Media literacy and cultural impact: framing theory, agenda-setting, and digital communication ethics
- Message encoding and decoding processes across interpersonal, organizational, and mediated contexts
- Critical evaluation of contemporary communication channels, audience engagement, and message effectiveness in Communication and Mass Media
Study Resource for Communication and Mass Media
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2020
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Midterm (Exam 1) 2020
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Midterm (Exam 2) 2020
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Midterm (Exam 2) 2020
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Final Exam 2020
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Final Exam 2020
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2021
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Midterm (Exam 1) 2021
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Midterm (Exam 2) 2021
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Midterm (Exam 2) 2021
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Final Exam 2021
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Final Exam 2021
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2022
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Midterm (Exam 1) 2022
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Midterm (Exam 2) 2022
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Midterm (Exam 2) 2022
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Final Exam 2022
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Final Exam 2022
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2023
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Midterm (Exam 1) 2023
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Midterm (Exam 2) 2023
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Midterm (Exam 2) 2023
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Final Exam 2023
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Final Exam 2023
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Study Guide 2
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Study Guide 2
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Quiz 9
University of Southern California (USC) COMM 313 Quiz 9
Assessment Inventory for COMM 313 (14 Documents)
| Document | Format | Year | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2023 | Midterm | 2023 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 2) 2023 | Midterm | 2023 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2023 | Final | 2023 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2022 | Midterm | 2022 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 2) 2022 | Midterm | 2022 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2022 | Final | 2022 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2021 | Midterm | 2021 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 2) 2021 | Midterm | 2021 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2021 | Final | 2021 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2020 | Midterm | 2020 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 2) 2020 | Midterm | 2020 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2020 | Final | 2020 | Illustrative Archive |
| Study Guide 2 | Study Guide | — | Illustrative Archive |
| Quiz 9 | Quiz | — | Illustrative Archive |
| Complete inventory of all 14 assessments (sorted by most recent). Select any document to inspect or use the search bar above to filter. | |||
Frequently Asked Questions
Which assessment formats are cataloged in this COMM 313 archive?
This collection for COMM 313 at University of Southern California (USC) catalogs 14 total resources across the following formats: Midterms, Finals, Quizzes, Study Guides. Each document is listed in the assessment inventory table below with its individual format tag and academic year where recorded.
What academic years are covered in this COMM 313 collection?
Dated materials in this archive span from 2020 to 2023, representing 4 distinct academic years. Coverage varies by the records currently cataloged for this course.
How can students access these free COMM 313 past exams?
All cataloged COMM 313 past exams and study materials are free to request. The catalog, metadata, assessment inventory, and illustrative thumbnails are public; source documents are not shown on this page. Use the connect options to request a study resource, and confirm current course topics and grading policies with the University of Southern California (USC) course syllabus.