Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
Module Title |
Theorising Social Media in Everyday Life |
Module Code |
CM293 |
School |
School of Communications |
Module Co-ordinator | Semester 1: Eileen Culloty Semester 2: Eileen Culloty Autumn: Eileen Culloty
| | Module Teachers | Eileen Culloty
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
Pre-requisite |
None |
Co-requisite |
None |
Compatibles |
None |
Incompatibles |
None |
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Coursework Only |
Description
This module explores the influence of social media on our everyday lives. We will examine the personal, social, political, and economic implications of social media platforms including major issues such as online identity, hate, participation, content moderation, and governance. People often make bold claims about the influence of social media when discussing it in the media and in everyday conversations. On this module, we will try to move beyond assumptions and anecdotes to interrogate those ideas. The overall aim is to introduce you to key theoretical concepts, context, and empirical evidence that will help you understand the influence of social media and help you develop an informed perspective on major topics and issues.
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Learning Outcomes
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Workload |
Full-time hours per semester |
Type |
Hours |
Description |
Lecture | 22 | No Description | Independent Study | 80 | Independent study includes reading and reviewing the lecture slides, lectures notes, and assigned reading until they are understood. | Assignment Completion | 23 | Assignment work includes time spent preparing and delivering assignments. | Total Workload: 125 |
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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Assessment Breakdown | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
Course Work Breakdown |
Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component |
This module is category 1 |
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources
None |
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Programme or List of Programmes
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