Course Details

MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION

Course Information

Semester	Course Unit Code	Course Unit Title	T+P+L	Credit	Number of ECTS Credits	Last Updated Date
5	SOC413	MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION	3+0+0	3	5	14.05.2025

Course Details

Language of Instruction	English
Level of Course Unit	Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program	PSYCHOLOGY
Type of Program	Formal Education
Type of Course Unit	Elective
Course Delivery Method	Face To Face
Objectives of the Course	Exploring the role of media in shaping societal norms, and ethical considerations in media production. Examining the intersection of media and identity, addressing issues related to race, gender, and class.
Course Content	The course will focus on the dynamics of media and communication within contemporary society. The primary emphasis is on how various media forms influence public perception, cultural identity, and interpersonal communication. Students will explore key communicative practices, including media literacy, representation, and the impact of digital technologies.
Course Methods and Techniques	Active Learning
Prerequisites and co-requisities	None
Course Coordinator	None
Name of Lecturers	Research Assist.Dr. Ceyda Cihan Aydoğdu
Assistants	None
Work Placement(s)	No

Recommended or Required Reading

Resources	Canvas
Course Notes	Lecture notes will be shared with Canvas Portal.
Documents	Canvas

Course Category

Social Sciences

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Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria

In-Term Studies	Quantity	Percentage
Yarıyıl İçi Çalışmalarının Başarı Notunun Katkısı	1	% 40
Yarıl yılSonu Sınavı/Dönem Projesinin Başarı Notuna Katkısı	1	% 60
Total	2	% 100

ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload

Activities	Quantity	Duration	Total Work Load
Kısa Sınav	2	45	90
Final Sınavı	1	60	60
Total Work Load			Number of ECTS Credits 5 150

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

No	Learning Outcomes
1	LO1. Gain insights into emerging trends in media, such as the effects of globalization and new communication technologies.
2	LO2. Discuss theoretical frameworks of media studies to develop a comprehensive understanding of media’s role in a globalized society.
3	LO3. Develop critical perspective to analyze media, create informed media content, engage with current issues.
4	LO4. Exhibit ethical awareness in the media practices.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Topics	Study Materials	Materials
1	Review on communication technologies that are used across the globe
2	Review on theories of media studies
3	Review on theories of media studies
4	Analyzing critical perspective of media studies by engaging with current issues.

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant

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