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MJ4501 Journalism, Innovation and Social Media Course description

Course name in Norwegian
Journalistikk, innovasjon og sosiale medier
Study programme
Master's Programme in Media Development
Master's Programme in Media Development, part-time
Master Programme in Journalism
Master Programme in Journalism
Elective modules, Master Programme in Journalism
Weight
10.0 ECTS
Year of study
2022/2023
Programme description
Course history

Introduction

In line with the course topic, the course is totally net based, and the work methods are highly collaborative. Active participation from all students is a necessity. The course requirements will ensure that the student acquires sufficient practical skills in using tools for collaboration as well as theoretical knowledge. It will also give the students a continuous workload during the semester.

The students are supposed to read the course literature on their own.

Required preliminary courses

There are eight course work requirements, requiring different tools and levels of collaboration. The estimated workload for each requirement is approximately 2-4 hours. The course requirements must be approved before students call for examination.

Learning outcomes

Home exam: the students must write an individual report (2000-4000 words) on their performance of the activities carried out during the semester. This report, containing description and analysis of experiences, based on the course literature, will be the basis of the final assessment. 

New or postponed exam will be organised in the same way as the ordinary exam. A revised report can be submitted.

Teaching and learning methods

Examination support material is permitted.

Course requirements

No coursework requirements

Assessment

The following are sub themes of the course:

  • Concepts of collaboration
  • Modes of collaboration
  • DCL (Distributed Collaborative Learning)
  • Technologies for collaboration

Permitted exam materials and equipment

All aids are permitted, as long as the rules for source referencing are complied with.

Grading scale

Grade scale A-F

Examiners

The exam papers are assessed by one internal and one external examiner. At least 25% of the exam papers will be assessed by two examiners. The grades awarded for the papers assessed by two examiners form the basis for determining the level for all the exam papers.

Admission requirements

A bachelor's degree or equivalent. The minimum academic requirement for admission is the grade C, in accordance with Regulations Relating to Admission to Master's Degree Programmes at OsloMet.

Course contact person

Oscar Westlund