stc3sim science in the media
SCIENCE IN THE MEDIA
STC3SIM
Not currently offered
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.
SchoolLife Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSusan Lawler
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
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Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must complete 120 credit points of LTU subjects from any faculty or coordinator's approval
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsSTC2SIM
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Learning resources
Practising Science Communication in the Information Age: Theorising Professional Practices.
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorHolliman, R., Whitelegg, E., Scanlon, E., Smidt, S. and Thomas J.
Year2008
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PublisherOXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS
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The Sciences' Media Connection - Public Communication and its repercussions
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorRodder, Simone
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PublisherE-BOOK, DORDRECHT: SPRINGER
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Investigating Science Communication in the Information Age: Implications for Public Engagement and Popular Media
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorHolliman, R., Whitelegg, E., Scanlon, E., Smidt, S. and Thomas J.
Year2008
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherOXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
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