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Comm 331: Information Technology, Communication Systems And Social Change Question Paper

Comm 331: Information Technology, Communication Systems And Social Change

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Communication And Media

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2013

CHUKA

UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
THIRD YEAR EXAMINATION FOR THE AWARD OF DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF ARTS IN COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA
COMM 331: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS AND SOCIAL CHANGE
STREAMS: B.A (COMM&MEDIA) Y3S2 TIME: 2 HOURS
DAY/DATE: TUESDAY 23/4/2013 2.30 PM – 4.30 PM
INSTRUCTIONS:

Answer all questions in Section A. Answer ANY TWO questions from Section B

SECTION A

1. With the aid of examples, describe FIVE types of communication systems. [15 Marks]

2. Discuss TWO arguments for and TWO arguments against regulating the internet and describe any TWO regulatory approaches. [15 Marks]

SECTION B

3. Critically analyze the ways in which information technology has impacted society in the twenty first century. [20 Marks]

4. ‘Global division of labour is intricately tied to modern communication technologies’ (Harmeet Sawhney). Evaluate this statement by discussing the impact of the global economy on communication networks and global media flows from the age of imperialism to present. [20 Marks]

5. Name four international regulatory bodies and describe their roles in governing the global flow of information and ideas. Discuss the challenges faced by each body. [20 Marks]
6. Critically analyze the challenges facing the uptake of information technology in sub-Saharan Africa and recommend a way forward. [20 Marks]

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