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New Communication Technologies

Undergraduate | GRF-CMM16 | 2018

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Chart the rise of new communication tools such as the internet, memes and social media. Delve into the issues and controversies these technologies have caused. Explore ethical, cultural and social viewpoints. Observe where these technologies converge

Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR needed,
No prior study
Duration
13 weeks

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New Communication Technologies

About this subject

  • At the completion of this subject you will be able to:

    1. perform detailed internet research and interact in virtual spaces
    2. appreciate the social, cultural and institutional constructions of new communication technologies and locate the conflicting forces driving and shaping the development of these technologies
    3. appreciate ethical, social and cultural issues relating to the growth of new communication technologies in public and private domains
    4. analyse and evaluate technological advancements
    5. analyse and evaluate the positive and negative outcomes of technology on society and democracy.

Entry requirements

No entry requirements

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
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