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Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
NMD3207 | International Journalism | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TİRŞE ERBAYSAL FİLİBELİ |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TİRŞE ERBAYSAL FİLİBELİ |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None. |
Course Objectives: | The course aims to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of journalism in a global context. The course also aims to boost creativity and readiness to respond to an ever-changing news environment. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; - will have a better understanding of the era of global journalism, - will be equipped with the required knowledge and a toolkit to succeed in this hyper-digitalized era, - will be able to craft international news production and channel foreign audiences efficiently through impactful storytelling without giving up on journalistic ethics and standards. |
Sessions focus both on theories and practices of today’s international journalism, citing relevant research and best practices in the profession. Peculiarities of cross-cultural audiences, multimedia formats, digital tools, content types platforms and ethics are covered in detail. Reporting conflicts, identities and other complex issues have their own dedicated sessions. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Course overview and planning | - |
2) | Value and Function of International Reporting | - |
3) | Models of International Reporting I | - |
4) | Models of international reporting II | - |
5) | How to Write: News | - |
6) | Discussion and critique of news | - |
7) | Special Issues: Freedom of information, transparency | - |
8) | Midterm | - |
9) | Silencing the press in Third World Countries | - |
10) | Regional Focus: Europe Press | - |
11) | Regional focus: North America press | - |
12) | Special topic: Assessing the information pollution issue within international context | |
13) | Special topic: Barriers to Media Development | - |
14) | Critique and evaluation of the term | - |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Williams, Kevin (2011). International Journalism ISBN-10: 1412945283 |
References: | McPhail, Thomas L. (2006) Global Communications: Theories, Stakeholders, and Trends. Malden, Mass; Oxford: Blackwell. |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Midterms | 1 | % 50 |
Final | 1 | % 50 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
Total | % 100 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | "To plan and assess nursing care within a holistic approach, in accordance with theoretical and evidence-based practices. " | |
2) | To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in Nursing practices. | |
3) | To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. | |
4) | To use Nursing models/theories in health promotion, protection and care. | |
5) | To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. | |
6) | "To have skills for training and consulting according to health education needs of individual, family and the community. " | |
7) | "To be sensitive to health problems of the community and and to able to offer solutions. " | |
8) | "To be able to use interpersonal and intercultural communication skills effectively in Nursing pratices. " | |
9) | "To be able to use healthcare/information technologies in Nursing practice and research. " | |
10) | To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. | |
11) | To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. | |
12) | To take responsibility and lead in events in order to contribute to health services and Nursing profession. |