LACS1015 Online Cultures and Mediated Communication (5 op)
Osaamistavoitteet
After completing the course the student will be able to
- recognize the significance of online communication and media from both technical and sociocultural perspectives
- identify the history and development of online communication and media from a global viewpoint
- recognize and critically evaluate how culture is (re)constructed in online communication and media
- identify ethical issues related to online communication and media.
Suoritustavat
Lectures, course exam.
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This course introduces the student to theoretisations of online media and technologically mediated communication in a multicultural world. The course addresses global media culture with specific attention on the questions of social and participatory media as communicative practices. Participants will be introduced to varied issues and perspectives in the study of both emerging media culture, as well as how existing cultural patterns are made relevant in online settings.
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Timing for LAGIC and IMCO students: First year, spring term
Kirjallisuus
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A selected set of articles. |
Arviointiperusteet
Passing the course requires completion of all required assignments in line with stated learning outcomes. An 80% attendance requirement is applied.
Arvosanakohtaiset arviointiperusteet
Grade-specific assessment criteria are introduced in the course.