Seeing our World: An Introduction to Visual Geographies

3 credits

Importance of visual images of the world in historical and contemporary contexts. Questioning the role of visual technologies (mapping, photography, film, video games, and virtual reality) in shaping societal attitudes towards social, cultural, and environmental issues. Practical skills in geographic image interpretation and visual communication. Recommended prerequisite: GEOG_O 110. Prerequisite: One of GEOG_O 128, GEOG_O 129.