Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Lecture
Seminar
Tutorial

Module Offerings

4519CCMED-JAN-PAR

Aims

1. To provide students with an understanding of the evolution of media. 2. To develop an ability to relate theory to contemporary issues/practice. 3. To introduce students to academic practice and encourage discussion of research and reading.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Understand contemporary media theories.
2.
Explore the social context of media.
3.
Appreciate the importance of constructive debate for understanding media theory.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:The module will cover Contemporary Media Issues such as: Media as cultural interfaces Characteristics and consequences of digital media Interaction Play / ludology Remediation of media New media and visual culture Introduction to Academic research and writing.
Additional Information:This module introduces students to academic research and writing and develops their knowledge of contemporary media theory. Through seminars students will be encouraged to apply theory to their contemporary media experiences and to deconstruct media artefacts and practices enabling them to develop as reflective practitioners. Students will share and discuss their research.

Assessments

Artefacts
Essay