[FC-discuss] Teachers College Freeculture Class - Making Sense of Censorship -Artistic, Social, and Legal Perspectives

[Jonah Bossewitch]

http://continuingeducation.tc.columbia.edu/default.aspx?pageid=134&PK=968


Making Sense of Censorship -Artistic, Social, and Legal Perspectives 
(Spring 2007)

*Course Code:* A&HG 5178.001
*CRN:* 51942

*Term:* Spring 2007
*Delivery Method:* Onsite at Teachers College Columbia University

*Dates:* May 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 30
*Times:* 6:40pm-9:30pm
*Instructor:* Steven Dubin *Learn more about Professor Stephen Dubin.* 
<http://continuingeducation.tc.columbia.edu/default.aspx?pageid=1005>
Available for 3 credits @ $975 per credit, or 3.0 CEUs @ $495
For more information, Call 800.209.1245

This course is not available as a non-credit option for currently 
matriculated students. Open to students, alumni and outside 
participants. In the beginning was the word. And trailing not far behind 
was the first censor. This course, open to professionals, cultural 
practitioners, alumni and students, will examine the twin phenomena of 
censorship and freedom of expression in the arts and culture.

Some questions to be considered:
. Are some kinds of expression inherently offensive?
. Are battles over freedom of expression a sign of social disarray or 
social vitality?
. How have multiculturalism, media conglomeration and globalization 
affected the marketplace of ideas?
. Do artists, arts administrators, media professionals, museum 
personnel, students, and teachers have an absolute right to free 
expression, or is it reasonable that certain limits be imposed upon them?
. What power should communities have in prescribing what is and is not 
acceptable to them?