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Unit of study_

MECO6926: International Media Practice

Semester 2, 2020 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

International media practices teaches students to map, compare and debate the power of digital media systems around the world. Within this framework, it explores concepts of hybridity and practical examples of intercultural media practice. Students will access diverse online media and examine future professional employment options.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	MECO6926
Academic unit	Media and Communications
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Penny O'Donnell, penny.odonnell@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Milica Stilinovic, milica.stilinovic@sydney.edu.au
	Chunmeizi Su, chunmeizi.su@sydney.edu.au
	Maryam Alavi Nia, maryam.alavinia@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Assignment	Reflection on readings quiz 10 multi-choice questions on readings	20%	Multiple weeks Due date: 31 Aug 2020 at 09:00 Closing date: 09 Nov 2020	Quiz x 10. Wk 2 to Wk 11. Must attempt
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Report on investigation of media systems 1 strategy rationale 1000wd; 1 media case study 1400wd	40%	Multiple weeks Due date: 28 Sep 2020 at 23:59 Closing date: 12 Oct 2020	2400 words. Must attempt
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Research Essay Essay demonstrating ability to reason with acquired MECO6926 UoS knowledge	40%	Week 12 Due date: 16 Nov 2020 at 23:59	2400 words. Must attempt
Outcomes assessed:

Assessment summary

More information can be found in Canvas

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a High distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a Distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Demonstrates the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard as defined in the assignment rubric.
Distinction	75 - 84	Demonstrates the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard as defined in the assignment rubric.
Credit	65 - 74	Demonstrates the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard as defined in the assignment rubric.
Pass	50 - 64	Demonstrates the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard as defined in the assignment rubric.
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Mapping research on national, transnational and local media	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 02	Comparing media narratives in diverse settings	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 03	Debating similarities/differences in political communication	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 04	Mapping research on media transitions and transformations	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 05	Comparing hybrid media in diverse settings	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 06	Debating globalisation of media markets	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 07	Mapping research on social/cultural impact of the media	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 08	Comparing media access and participation in diverse settings	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 09	Debating communication power and social change	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 10	Mapping research on cosmopolitan media and communication	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 11	Comparing professional employment conditions in diverse settings	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 12	Debating leadership in international media practice	Seminar (2 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: According to Faculty Board Resolutions, students in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences are expected to attend 90% of their classes. If you attend less than 50% of classes, regardless of the reasons, you may be referred to the Examiner’s Board. The Examiner’s Board will decide whether you should pass or fail the unit of study if your attendance falls below this threshold.
Preparation: Students are encouraged to form study groups to prepare readings, class participation, assignments, etc.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed through the Library eReserve, available on Canvas.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Be familiar with frameworks for researching the media comparatively across countries and cultures, and be able to explain their similarities and differences.
LO2. Engage with critical perspectives on media history and geography, actors, institutions, and cultures, and be able to correctly define key concepts.
LO3. Investigate and analyse strategies for southernizing comparative media research, and apply this knowledge in appropriate case studies in assignments.
LO4. Investigate and analyse diversity in media practices from the global north and south, and use appropriate examples of diverse media practices as evidence of your arguments in assignments.
LO5. Discuss recent scholarship on cosmopolitan media and communications, and evaluate its implications for professional media work in diverse employment contexts
LO6. Present information clearly and succinctly in written, oral, and visual forms.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Each year, UoS survey results are carefully reviewed to identify students' suggestions for improving the curriculum content, assessment, and delivery of MECO6926. This year, two main recommendations have been adopted: 1) the learning materials have been substantially refreshed to include the most up to date theoretical frameworks and case studies from the global south, and 2) the assessment tasks have been modified and now include weekly reading quizzes to support students in developing conceptual thinking. As well as formal student survey feedback, seminar leaders in this unit work closely with students in each cohort to ensure the course is responsive to their particular areas of interest. Please do not hesitate to share your interests with your seminar leader. Be aware that informal feedback from students is welcome at any time.

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Teaching staff

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Assessment

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Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

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