COMM311-DEV: High Culture and Popular Culture

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4d Analyze how popular culture and media impact intercultural communication (CLO 1, CLO 4)

High culture is associated with elite wealth and education and is used to define status. Popular culture is defined by its accessibility, mass appeal, and its role as a primary vehicle for cultural exchange. This video highlights that high-culture symbols, such as classical art or luxury goods, function as social tools to distinguish classes. How do social media influencers shape popular culture today?

Source: Sociology Vibes

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