Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Information Studies and eSociety
The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Information Studies and eSociety is an interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students for work in: marketing, social media, libraries, editing, copywriting, public relations, online content creation, and communication. Students will examine their roles as content creators and consumers in a global society, critically engage with information, and communicate and collaborate across diverse populations and platforms. This program also provides university transfer options in addition to workforce preparedness.
Details
Field of Interest
Culture and Society
Degree Type
Associate in Arts (AA)
Academic Plan
Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Information Studies and eSociety (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
8131
Total credits required
60-64
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.
What You'll Learn
- Apply the principles and theories of information creation, information seeking behaviors, and digital communications. (IFS150, IFS201, IFS210, IFS213)
- Analyze historical and cultural perspectives of information creation, access, and use. (IFS150, IFS210, IFS213, [HU])
- Articulate the roles of citizens as information creators and consumers in a sustainable global society. (IFS150, IFS201, IFS210, IFS213, [SG], [SQ])
- Create, implement, and modify a research plan to meet an information need. (IFS150, IFS201, [FYC])
- Critically evaluate information in a variety of formats for perspectives, gaps, and influence. (IFS150, IFS201, IFS210, (CRE), [FYC], [MA], [SG], [SQ])
- Use information according to ethical, legal, copyright, and policy considerations. (IFS150, IFS201, IFS210, IFS213, [FYC])
- Practice collaborative working relationships across multiple platforms while taking into account communication opportunities and challenges. (IFS213, [HU])
- Employ appropriate digital tools and media to create professional works in various mediums for diverse audiences. (IFS201, IFS210, IFS213)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 13-15 | |
| FYE101 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR | |
| FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) | 1-3 |
| IFS150 | Social Media, Society, and Ourselves | 3 |
| IFS201 | Information in a Post-Truth World | 3 |
| IFS210 | Information Without Borders: Research in a Global Society | 3 |
| IFS213 | Hacking and Open Source Culture | 3 |
Course Sequence by Term
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 0-6 | |
| Complete requirements in the transfer plan that best aligns with academic and professional goals. If academic and professional goals do not align with any of the transfer plans below, select elective courses in consultation with an Academic, Faculty, or Program Director. Restricted electives can be shared with AGEC requirements. | ||
| Transfer Plan 1: University of Arizona, Information Sciences and eSociety, Bachelor of Arts | ||
| Second Language Requirement: | ||
| Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program`s maximum transferable credits (typically 64). Please see the General Electives for more information. | ||
| Transfer Plan 2: University of Arizona Global, Liberal Arts, Bachelor of Arts | ||
| EDU292 | The Art of Storytelling | 3 |
| HIS102 | History of Western Civilization 1789 to Present (3) OR | |
| HIS103 | United States History to 1865 (3) OR | |
| HIS111 | World History 1500 to the Present (3) | 3 |
| These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. | ||
| Transfer Plan 3: University of Arizona Global, Organizational Management, Bachelor of Arts | ||
| EDU292 | The Art of Storytelling | 3 |
| HIS102 | History of Western Civilization 1789 to Present (3) OR | |
| HIS103 | United States History to 1865 (3) OR | |
| HIS111 | World History 1500 to the Present (3) | 3 |
| These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. | ||
| Transfer Plan 4: University of Arizona Global, Information Technology, Bachelor of Science | ||
| EDU292 | The Art of Storytelling | 3 |
| HIS102 | History of Western Civilization 1789 to Present (3) OR | |
| HIS103 | United States History to 1865 (3) OR | |
| HIS111 | World History 1500 to the Present (3) | 3 |
| These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. | ||
| AGEC-A | Credits: 20-32 | |
| A single course with an [L], [HU], [SB], [SG], or [SQ] designation may also be used to satisfy the Oral Communication, Critical Reading, and/or Awareness Area ([C], [G] and/or [H]) requirement(s). See the AGEC matrix on aztransfer.com for course designations. | ||
| First-Year Composition [FYC] | Credits: 6 | |
| ENG101 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG107 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND | |
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG108 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) | 6 |
| Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L] | Credits: 0 | |
| Met by IFS201 in the Required Courses area | ||
| Mathematics [MA] | Credits: 3-6 | |
| MAT140 | College Mathematics (5) OR | |
| MAT141 | College Mathematics (4) OR | |
| MAT142 | College Mathematics (3) OR | |
| MAT145 | College Mathematics with Review (5) OR | |
| MAT146 | College Mathematics with Review (6) OR | |
| Higher approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area (3-6) | 3-6 | |
| Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Applications [CS] | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Applications [CS] area. | 3 | |
| Recommended PSY230 Introduction to Statistics for the University of Arizona, Information Studies and eSociety Bachelor of Arts | ||
| Humanities, Arts and Design [HU] | Credits: 0-6 | |
| Any approved general education courses from the Humanities, Arts and Design [HU] area. | 6 | |
| May be met by courses in the Restricted Electives area. | ||
| Recommend EDU/HUM/STO292 The Art of Storytelling and ENH295 Banned Books and Censorship. | ||
| Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | Credits: 0 | |
| Met by IFS210 and IFS213 in the Required Courses area. | ||
| Natural Sciences [SG]/[SQ] | Credits: 8 | |
| Any approved general education course in the Natural Sciences (Quantitative) [SQ] area (4) AND | ||
| Any approved general education course in the Natural Sciences (Quantitative) [SQ] area or the Natural Sciences (General) [SG] area (4). | 8 | |
| Awareness Areas | Credits: 0-3 | |
| These requirements may be shared with other AGEC requirements. See the AGEC matrix on aztransfer.com for course designations. | ||
| Cultural Diversity in the US [C] | Credits: 0-3 | |
| 0-3 | ||
| Historical/Global Awareness [H]/[G] | Credits: 0 | |
| Met by IFS210 in the Required Courses area | ||
| MCCCD Additional Requirements | ||
| MCCCD Additional Requirements | Credits: 0-6 | |
| Some courses in this area have [SB] and [L] designations and may also be applied to the corresponding AGEC requirements. See the AGEC matrix on aztransfer.com for course designations. | ||
| Oral Communication | Credits: 0-3 | |
| COM100 | Introduction to Human Communication (3) OR | |
| COM110 | Interpersonal Communication (3) OR | |
| COM225 | Public Speaking (3) OR | |
| COM230 | Small Group Communication (3) | 0-3 |
| Critical Reading | Credits: 0-3 | |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR | |
| Equivalent as indicated by assessment (0) | 0-3 | |
Course Area Key
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select additional courses 100-level or higher to complete a minimum of 60 semester credits but no more than a total of 64 semester credits. Consult with a faculty advisor, program director, and/or academic advisor to identify coursework that best aligns with academic and professional goals. | ||
| Recommended: | ||
| COM263 | Elements of Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| IFS215 | Cultural Context of Health Information | 3 |
| MKT110 | Marketing and Social Networking | 3 |
| MCO120 | Media and Society | 3 |
| POS210 | Political Ideologies | 3 |
| PSY132 | Psychology and Culture | 3 |
| SOC241 | Race and Ethnic Relations | 3 |
| Recommended for Transfer Plan 1: University of Arizona, Information Sciences and eSociety, Bachelor of Arts | ||
| Complete a language course at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) with a C or better OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment. | ||
| ARB+++ Any ARB Arabic course(s) | ||
| ASL+++ Any ASL American Sign Language course(s) | ||
| CHI+++ Any CHI Chinese course(s) | ||
| FRE+++ Any FRE French course(s) | ||
| GER+++ Any GER German course(s) | ||
| ITA+++ Any ITA Italian course(s) | ||
| JPN+++ Any JPN Japanese course(s) | ||
| SPA+++ Any SPA Spanish course(s) | ||
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