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MMCC6020 – Media and Communications: Technologies
2022 – Session 1, Online-scheduled-weekday
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Convener
Tai Neilson
Contact via Email
10HA, 193F
By appointment
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission into MCrInd or MMediaComm
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit is intended to develop foundational knowledge and skills in the field of media communications and is designed for students from a range of backgrounds and skill levels. The unit introduces students to key theories and contemporary debates that animate the study of digital media and communications. We pose questions about the history of technological change, how we create and consume digital media, what happens to our online information, and the promises and risks related to new technologies. In class discussions, key texts, multimedia, and lecture content, students have the opportunity to engage with topics at the leading-edge of media studies. Students will develop capacities to analyse and critically assess how technologies are shaped and how they shape us. Additionally, students will undertake self-directed research involving hands-on digital media production. The unit provides a critical foundation for students pursuing postgraduate research in the area of media and communications with an emphasis on innovative digital media forms and practices. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: evaluate relationships between technology, media practices, and cultures.
- ULO2: analyse critical debates and apply media studies theories.
- ULO3: assess the historical and technological development of present-day media forms.
- ULO4: formulate arguments and creative works based on appropriate research and academic sources.
- ULO5: demonstrate academic communication skills in different media and genres.
General Assessment Information
LATE SUBMISSION OF ASSESSMENTS
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – 10 marks out of 100 credit will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted seven days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests, etc.
To be very clear:
- Unless you have applied for special consideration and had your application approved, for each day your assignment is late, 10 marks will be deducted. For example, if you submit your assignment 7 days late, 70 marks will be deducted, which means you will fail that assignment.
- If your assignment is more than 7 days late (including weekends), you will get 0 marks for your assignment. These are serious penalties that will substantially alter your final grade and even determine whether you pass or fail this unit. Please make every effort to submit your assignment by the due date.
If you find you cannot submit your assignment on time, please apply for Special Consideration through AskMQ. Make sure you read Macquarie University's policy regarding Special Consideration requests before you apply: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/assessment-exams/special-consideration
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due | Groupwork/Individual | Short Extension | AI assisted? |
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| Portfolio of Reading Responses and Analytic Tasks 1 | 30% | No | 23:59 27/03/2022 | No | ||
| Portfolio of Reading Responses and Analytic Tasks 2 | 30% | No | 23:59 08/05/2022 | No | ||
| Media presentation | 40% | No | 23:59 29/05/2022 | No |
Portfolio of Reading Responses and Analytic Tasks 1
Assessment Type 1: Portfolio
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: 23:59 27/03/2022
Weighting: 30%
Groupwork/Individual:
Short extension 3: No
AI assisted?:
Students will submit a portfolio comprised of a set of low stakes reading responses and/or a range of specified research, analysis and preparatory tasks.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- evaluate relationships between technology, media practices, and cultures.
- analyse critical debates and apply media studies theories.
- assess the historical and technological development of present-day media forms.
- formulate arguments and creative works based on appropriate research and academic sources.
- demonstrate academic communication skills in different media and genres.
Portfolio of Reading Responses and Analytic Tasks 2
Assessment Type 1: Portfolio
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: 23:59 08/05/2022
Weighting: 30%
Groupwork/Individual:
Short extension 3: No
AI assisted?:
Students will submit a portfolio comprised of a set of low stakes reading responses and/or a range of specified research, analysis and preparatory tasks.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- evaluate relationships between technology, media practices, and cultures.
- analyse critical debates and apply media studies theories.
- assess the historical and technological development of present-day media forms.
- formulate arguments and creative works based on appropriate research and academic sources.
- demonstrate academic communication skills in different media and genres.
Media presentation
Assessment Type 1: Media presentation
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: 23:59 29/05/2022
Weighting: 40%
Groupwork/Individual:
Short extension 3: No
AI assisted?:
Students will undertake a research project relating academic theory and research to a specific case study. They will then record a presentation involving audio and/or visual material. The presentation can also involve a creative use of media. Refer to iLearn for further information.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- evaluate relationships between technology, media practices, and cultures.
- analyse critical debates and apply media studies theories.
- formulate arguments and creative works based on appropriate research and academic sources.
- demonstrate academic communication skills in different media and genres.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation.
3 An automatic short extension is available for some assessments. Apply through the Service Connect Portal.
Delivery and Resources
SEMINARS
The class format consists of weekly, two-hour, interactive seminars, which will combine seminar-style discussions, in class activities, and workshops. Classes are not recorded, so it is your responsibility to attend and take notes.
PREPARATION
You should read and take notes on the required readings for the week before attending the seminar. You can access the class readings on Leganto. We will read Kate Crawford's book Atlas of AI throughout the semester with additional readings listed in Leganto. Atlas of AI is available as an ebook through the MQ library, but you may also want to purchase a personal copy.
Students will be provided with preparation tasks to complete prior to each seminar. Please see iLearn for additional information.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Complaints Resolution Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Academic Integrity
At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
The Writing Centre
The Writing Centre provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.
- Workshops
- Chat with a WriteWISE peer writing leader
- Access StudyWISE
- Upload an assignment to Studiosity
- Complete the Academic Integrity Module
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Macquarie University offers a range of Student Support Services including:
- IT Support
- Accessibility and disability support with study
- Mental health support
- Safety support to respond to bullying, harassment, sexual harassment and sexual assault
- Social support including information about finances, tenancy and legal issues
Student Enquiries
Got a question? Ask us via AskMQ, or contact Service Connect.
IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Unit information based on version 2022.02 of the Handbook