Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Public and Allied Health
Learning Methods
Lecture
Online
Module Offerings
4005HS-JAN-CTY
Aims
After completing this module, students will be able to discuss relevant theoretical models of media engagement and technological advancement as they relate to health and social care, and the effect this has on individuals and contemporary society.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Identify and discuss media's influence on people in society in relation to health.
2.
Recognise the role of technology and media in contemporary health and social care.
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Media and its influence
Technological advances in health and social care
Our engagement with news media
Our engagement with technological health innovations
Public understanding of these matters
Issues to underpin discussion in relation to health may include; cyber-bullying, media and body image, celebrity, terrorism, fake news, social media, 'wellness' industry, advertising, ethics and morals in healthcare, judgement, moral panics and health scares.
Module Overview:
You will be able to discuss relevant theoretical models of media engagement and technological advancement as they relate to health and social care, and the effect this has on individuals and contemporary society.
You will be able to discuss relevant theoretical models of media engagement and technological advancement as they relate to health and social care, and the effect this has on individuals and contemporary society.
Additional Information:Students will explore modern advancements in media and health technology and the effects that this has on individuals and society.