experiential learning; flipped classroom; showcases; lecture; learning through creation.
Module Aim:
To show mastery of media making and demonstrate professional media behaviours. To demonstrate knowledge of the theory underpinning media studies.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Create media texts for various contexts and audiences
LO2
Demonstrate professional behaviours common to media industries
LO3
Demonstrate a knowledge of the theories, concepts and methods that underpin media creation and approaches
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Podcasting and audio storytelling
Audio storytelling • radio performance, • running an production • radio techniques • taking briefs • building narratives • podcasting
Video and visual storytelling
• How to pre-produce and post produce video • Research/taking a brief • creating and editing video • executive decision making • making
video for online platforms • building narratives • vlogging
Professional behaviours
• taking a brief • professional relationships • stages of production • working with an executive • deadlines and housekeeping • presenting at showcase
Media theory and practice
• Theories of radio • theories of video, visual arts and film • media viewings and critique •
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
30.00%
Practical
70.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Open-book Examination
Theory and viewing exercises examined through open book test(s)
3
30.00
n/a
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Students assessed on video and audio artefacts created
1,2,3
70.00
n/a
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment