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Description This module examines representations of science in the media and evolving relations between science and media from theoretical, organisational, professional and cultural perspectives | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. identify the main factors shaping media representations of science 2. critically assess scientists' claims about the inadequacy of media coverage of science 3. describe the development of theoretical perspectives on science in the media 4. analyse critically different treatments of scientific information in the media 5. describe the main routines of media professional specialising in science coverage | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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Learning Activities What science makes news?Changing conceptions of science and mediaSources for reporting scienceScience on radio and televisionTypes of science storiesAnalysing science in the mediaReporting controversial scienceReporting science policyIn-depth science journalismScience news online | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Programme or List of Programmes |
CSPD | PhD |
CSPM | Master of Arts |
CSPT | PhD-track |
MAJ | MA in Journalism |
MPCS | MPhil (Communications) |
MSHC | MSc in Science and Health Communication |
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