Hobart
Introduction
The shift from mass communication to mass self-communication is one of the most important shifts in recent human society. Mobile communication networks allow us to produce and share content like never before which is challenging and changing our notions of our public, private and secret selves and our understandings of individuality and community. In this unit, we explore and challenge our understanding of how our use of communication technology is transforming ourselves and our world.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Media, Self, Identity |
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| Unit code | HEJ112 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Creative Arts and Media |
| Discipline | Media |
| Coordinator | Dr Gemma Blackwood |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- Explain key concepts and debates in media and cultural studies.
- Analyse and evaluate media texts from theoretical and practical perspectives.
- Discuss how media informs and represents identity.
- Reflect on and evaluate your theoretical and practical approach to the production of media content.
Fees
Teaching
| Assessment | Task 1: Online Journal, 1200 words total (30%) Task 2: Short Analysis, 1200 words (30%) Task 3: Reflexive Essay, 1800 words (40%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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