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| Unit | FACULTY OF COMMUNICATION |
| JOURNALISM PR. | |
| Code | GZT210 |
| Name | Media Literacy |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2.5 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. AYŞE ASLI SEZGİN BÜYÜKALACA |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. AYŞE ASLI SEZGİN BÜYÜKALACA
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
Course aims to give basic information and skills to communication students to widespread the media literacy in society.
Course Content
Issues such as relationship of modernity and literacy, fictional content of media, artistic forms and media, economy-politics of media, comparative media analysis, will be scrutinized. Media literacy course deals with the transformation of literacy process, both theoretical and practical elements of the mediated world of social communication.
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Students obtain practical skills in the basics of media literacy, with the methods of providing these skills in the general population. |
| LO02 | Learns how to read local, national and international events critically. |
| LO03 | Learns how to read local, national and international events critically. Distinguishes the instrumental (Radio, TV, Film, Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism) and teleological aspects of communication (Public Space, Public Opinion, Cultural Productio |
| LO04 | Has the knowledge and skills to use and/or explain how communication works in every aspect of communication in different cultures. |
| LO05 | Distinguishes the scientific method and follows updated technological innovations |
| LO06 | Organizes or actively participates in the social, artistic and cultural activities and events, with reporting and observation skills. |
| LO07 | Participates into group work as well as having individual working abilities. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines the concepts and professional rules related to the profession and field of journalism. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines news production, consumption and distribution processes, news sources, news / media text types. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | List the theories, models and approaches related to media and communication systems. | 4 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Outlines the legal framework of journalism in Turkey and internationally, the legal rights of journalists, press professional principles, and ethical codes. | 5 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Designs scientific research in the field of social sciences and humanities, especially communication and media. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Compares traditional and new/digital communication technologies, computers and information systems. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Prepares written, visual and audio content for traditional and digital journalism/media environments. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Discusses the concepts/areas of society, culture and communication. | |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Apply democratic rules, human rights and communication rights to promote social reconciliation and peace. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Supports individual and collective work in professional life. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Critically discusses the agenda and innovations of local, regional, national and international media with new perspectives. | 5 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Examines traditional and digital media contents with critical approaches with media literacy competence. | 5 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Describe the professional, commercial and legal processes of journalism and media organizations, current and emerging business models. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Criticizes otherizing, discriminatory and hateful discourses in the media and society. | 5 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Through theoretical and practical knowledge, he/she supports decision-making mechanisms both in the media organization where he/she works and in the society where he/she lives. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Supports cultural, artistic and scientific activities related to the field. | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Design solutions to problems in the functioning of journalism/media organizations. | |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Applies new generation journalism technologies. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Performs duties such as press consultancy, communication coordination, press advisory, and communication management in various institutions and organizations. | |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Supports work and worker safety within the framework of laws and regulations. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | Information about course materials | |
| 2 | Literacy and modernization proccess | course readings | |
| 3 | Popularisation of media | course readings | |
| 4 | Popular culture and media | course readings | |
| 5 | Media and social change | course readings | |
| 6 | Critical social theory and media | course readings | |
| 7 | Historical development | course readings | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | course readings | |
| 9 | Education process of media literacy | course readings | |
| 10 | Different approaches, different practices | course readings | |
| 11 | Examples of media analysis | course readings | |
| 12 | News, news programmes, documentaries, etc. | course readings | |
| 13 | Adverts, contras, social spots, etc. | course readings | |
| 14 | Media and ethics; communication ethics and profession | course readings | |
| 15 | General evaluation | course readings | |
| 16 | Term Exams | course readings | |
| 17 | Term Exams | course readings |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 87 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,48 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||