stc3sim science in the media
SCIENCE IN THE MEDIA
STC3SIM
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject is delivered fully on-line. In this subject students will explore the different ways in which science is represented in the media and why scientific findings poses difficulties for journalists and often leads to under-reporting or misrepresentation. Integrating scientific and media perspectives through a case study approach, Science in the Media will offer an overview of scientific method, along with an overview of key elements of media practice -news values, production values, narrative and popular culture formats, along with media market-research methodologies and key concepts in media and communications theory.
SchoolSchool of Life Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSusan Lawler
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must complete 120 credit points of LTU subjects from any faculty or coordinator's approval.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects STC2SIM
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
---|---|---|---|---|
Readings | Investigating Science Communication in the Information Age: Implications for Public Engagement and Popular Media | Recommended | Holliman, R., Whitelegg, E., Scanlon, E., Smidt, S. and Thomas J., (eds) | OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS 2008 |
Readings | Practising Science Communication in the Information Age: Theorising Professional Practices. | Recommended | Hollimahn, R., Whitelegg, E., Scanlon, E., Smidt, S. and Thomas J., (eds) | OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS 2008 |
Readings | The Sciences'Media Connection - Public Communication and its repercussions | Recommended | Rodder, Simone | E-BOOK, DORDRECHT: SPRINGER |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate critical analytical understanding of (i) theories of media production values/needs and (ii) scientific method
- Activities:
- Weekly readings/viewings for participation in online tutorial discussions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
02. Develop the research and practical skills irequired for critical academic writing.
- Activities:
- Participating in online blog/discussion exercises, group presentation and individual written assignment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
03. Understand/articulate why the uncertainty that is intrinsic to scientific research findings produces problems for news media producers/reporters
- Activities:
- Reading/viewing/listening to weekly media texts discussed in online 'lecture/conversation' in order to participate in online discussion exercises.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Writing(Writing)
04. Ability to work as a team member
- Activities:
- Through collaborative development of a group presentation.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
05. Online time management skills
- Activities:
- Through consistent group participation and meeting assignment deadlines
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
06. Ability to express ideas in a public forum
- Activities:
- Through online discussion exercises
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Speaking(Speaking)
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2016, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Lawler
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"1 hour online video"
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"2 hours of online forum and blogging"
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
Blogging : A weekly blog x 10 (400 words) Top 3 blogs (1200 words) | 25 | 01, 03, 05 | |
Essay (2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
Weekly online discussion (400 words equivalent) | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
Bendigo, 2016, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMichael Angove
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"1 hour online video"
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"2 hours of online forum and blogging"
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
Blogging : A weekly blog x 10 (400 words) Top 3 blogs (1200 words) | 25 | 01, 03, 05 | |
Essay (2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
Weekly online discussion (400 words equivalent) | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Lawler
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"1 hour online video"
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"2 hours of online forum and blogging"
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
Blogging : A weekly blog x 10 (400 words) Top 3 blogs (1200 words) | 25 | 01, 03, 05 | |
Essay (2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
Weekly online discussion (400 words equivalent) | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
Mildura, 2016, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Lawler
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"1 hour online video"
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"2 hours of online forum and blogging"
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
Blogging : A weekly blog x 10 (400 words) Top 3 blogs (1200 words) | 25 | 01, 03, 05 | |
Essay (2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
Weekly online discussion (400 words equivalent) | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
Shepparton, 2016, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Lawler
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"1 hour online video"
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"2 hours of online forum and blogging"
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
Blogging : A weekly blog x 10 (400 words) Top 3 blogs (1200 words) | 25 | 01, 03, 05 | |
Essay (2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
Weekly online discussion (400 words equivalent) | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |