Institutions and Stuctures of Press and Audiovisual Media

Academic year: 2007-2008 Course code module 1BPSW-12 Semester: 2nd semester Credits: 6 Study load (hours) 168 Theory (hours): 45,00 Practice/Exercises(hours): Other (hours): Part-time program: Instructor(s) Hilde Van den Bulck Language of instruction: Dutch Semester exam information: Contract restriction information: 1. Prerequisites *Algemene competenties standard 1Ba *Sequentiality none 2. Objectives (expected learning outcomes) factual knowledge of media systems, structures and processes in Flanders and Belgium. Critical reflection on current and historical developments in media in Flanders and Eblgium 3. Course content Limited to the traditional mass media and the Flemish situation (within a Belgian context), this course intends to offer students an insight into the world of press, radio and television. Theroetically the course is based on a structural political economy approach of the media as organisations, and different aspects are considered from the point of view of both a critical and consensus paradigm. The am is to provide insight into the general organisational characteristics (external and internal factors) as into the history, developments and characteristics of the Flemish mass media as an institution (organisation, structure, …). New developments such as digitalisation that bring down the boundaries between the traditional media are dealt with throughout the course. Even though the course material is mainly factual, attention is being paid to wider theoretical and interpretative aspects, in order to enhance the critical abilities of the students. 4. Teaching method Direct contact: Lectures Skills training Personal work: Exercises Assignments - individual Supervised self-study 5. Assessment method Exam: Written, without oral presentation Closed book Multiple choice Open questions Continuous assessment: Exercises Assignments (Interim) tests Written assignment: With oral presentation 6. Compulsory reading – study material acco course notes and extra texts 7. Recommended reading - study material 8. Tutoring laatste aanpassing: last update: 04/05/2007 16:08 annick.debroey