Media History (5 ECTS)

Objective

Students know the main developments in the history of the media that are relevant to their future profession. They understand the connections between the contemporary media environment and the history of the media. They are able to critically assess the current state of their industry and its future prospects in relation to history.

Content

Main developments in the history of the media that are relevant to their future profession (e.g., print media, film, radio, television, digital media, online media, theatre).

Aesthetic, technical, economic and social dimensions of the history of media and the connections between different media forms.

Location and time

Online course (Moodle)

Materials

To be announced during the course unit.
Further information on the course workspace.

Teaching methods

Learning assignments

Employer connections

N/A

Exam schedules

N/A

International connections

N/A

Completion alternatives

Must be agreed with lecturer.

Student workload

Independent study and assingments 135 h
- looking through course materials
- getting to understand the topics
- doing and returning assignments

Content scheduling

N/A

Further information

The students are to get acquainted with the course materials and do the assingments during summer 2021. The grading will take place in August 2021. The deadline of the assignments is July 31, 2021. However, all assignments returned by August 15, 2021 will be taken into account in grading.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Attendance in classes. Assignments completed. Some parts of the assignments need improvement.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Active participation in classes. Ability to apply the learned knowledge.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Active participation in classes. Ability to apply the learned knowledge and to reflect on it. Development driven approach to coursework. Generation of new knowledge to contribute to the class.

Assessment methods and criteria

Learning assignment