A combination of lectures and tutorials will be used. Particular emphasis will be placed on active learning. Students may complete written assignments, video productions and/or presentations as part of the module.
Module Aim:
The aim of this module is to encourage students to communicate their ideas and research clearly and competently. The content will center around the structure of the Irish media industry and emerging technologies that may drive change.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Show an understanding of the Irish media landscape and its key organisations.
LO2
Students should exhibit strong communication skills.
LO3
Future Technology - Be cogniscent of the emerging technologies that may change how we work and function in media and society.
LO4
Work within a group to research and present information on a relevant topic.
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
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
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
New and Emerging Technologies in the media landscape.
Advances in new technology to include softwares, applications and / or equipment. The influence of new and emerging technologies on the media industry and landscape.
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Presentation
Students will work in groups or individually to present topics such as emerging technologies that will shape the future.
1,2
50.00
Week 6
Other
Students may be asked to produce a video, screencast or online presentation, using visual tools to aid in making their points.
3,4
50.00
Week 11
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment