Effective action for affecting change This program emphasizes effective action by tailoring academic training to the needs of practitioners, policymakers and project managers in the development sector, as well as community advocates working in citizen’s media. Our students’ work is informed by theory to create impactful change in our immediate community and across the globe. Coursework The 30 credit hours of coursework on theory and research methodology provide an advanced curriculum grounded in the promotion of responsible and ethical change. Core topics of study include communication and social change theory, citizen and community media and solutions journalism. Also, students can pursue areas of specialization through elective courses in Temple’s other schools and colleges. Together, the available courses and the practicum capstone experience allow a program of study that is flexible and tailored to students’ individual interests.