| Detailed information |
| Pre-requisites |
(*)keine
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| Original study plan |
Bachelor's programme Cultural Studies 2025W |
| Learning Outcomes |
Competences |
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Critically evaluate the effects of different media on public perception and behavior
- Analyze media discourse and its societal implications across various (European) contexts
- Recognize the ethical, cultural, and political dimensions of digital and traditional media as well as new media technologies
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| Skills |
Knowledge |
Students will be able to:
- Interpret and apply media theory to real-world contexts and media content
- Articulate well-informed perspectives on media-related developments
- Conduct independent research and present critical analyses in both oral and written form
- Reflect on ethical challenges related to media use and influence
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Students will demonstrate knowledge of:
- Foundational media effects theories and their relevance to today’s media environment
- The current state of the European media landscape
- The role of traditional and digital media as well as new media technology in society, including for example regulatory and ethical issues
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| Criteria for evaluation |
- Active class preparation and participation
- Oral and written assignments
- Continuous performance-based assessment throughout the semester
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| Methods |
Lectures, group work, (mini) presentations, class projects, discussions, and independent research
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| Language |
English |
| Study material |
Course literature and supplementary materials will be made available on Moodle.
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| Changing subject? |
No |
| Further information |
To attain course objectives, materials in other languages will also be used during the course.
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| Earlier variants |
They also cover the requirements of the curriculum (from - to)
307CUS2MSEU10: IK Media and Societies in Europe (2010W-2019S)
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