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.
Additional Information:Students will explore modern advancements in media and health technology and the effects that this has on individuals and society.

Assessments

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