Survey of digital media theories and online mass communication practices, with emphasis on social and mobile technologies. Course considers the impact of digitalization on the creative and culture industries.
After successfully completing this course, students will be better equipped to:
Survey of digital media theories and online mass communication practices, with emphasis on social and mobile technologies. Course considers the impact of digitalization on the creative and culture industries.
10% - Quizzes (x6)
5% - Participation
60% - Mastery Questions (x3)
5% - Final Project Peer Review
20% - Final Project Final Draft
** Evaluation Subject to Change **
Please note: there is no textbook or software to purchase, and no previous experience with graphic design required for this course.
Students can expect to spend approximately 20 hours a week in study/practice and online activity for this course.
SOLUS is Queen’s Student On-Line University System. You’ll have access to a SOLUS account once you become a Queen’s student. You’ll use SOLUS to register for courses, add and drop courses, update your contact information, view financial and academic information, and pay your tuition.
onQ is Queen's online learning platform. You'll log into onQ to access your course. All materials related to your course—notes, readings, videos, recordings, discussion forums, assignments, quizzes, groupwork, tutorials, and help—will be on the onQ site.
Queen’s courses are weighted in credit units. A typical one-term course is worth 3.0 units, and a typical two-term course is worth 6.0 units. You combine these units to create your degree. A general (three-year) BA or BSc requires a total of 90 credit units.
To take an online course, you’ll need a high speed internet connection as well as a microphone and speakers to be able to watch videos, hear sounds, and participate in interactive online activities. A webcam is recommended but not necessary.
System Requirements:
Computer Specifications
Supported Browsers
Internet Connection
Java
Media Player
Adobe Reader
The deadlines for new applications to Queen’s Arts and Science Online courses are in our Upcoming Application Dates section.
Tuition fees vary depending when you start, your year, faculty, and program. Fees for Summer Term 2018 first-year Distance Career Arts & Science Domestic students are as follows: for a 3.0-unit course, $685.90; for a 6.0-unit course, $1371.80 See also Tuition and Fees.
The information below is intended for undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts and Science. Academic Regulations in other Faculties may differ.
| Letter Grade | Grade Point |
| A+ | 4.30 |
| A | 4.00 |
| A- | 3.70 |
| B+ | 3.30 |
| B | 3.00 |
| B- | 2.70 |
| C+ | 2.30 |
| C | 2.00 |
| C- | 1.70 |
| D+ | 1.30 |
| D | 1.00 |
| D- | 0.70 |
| F | 0.00 |
GPA Calculators
Have your SOLUS grade report handy and then follow the link to the Arts and Science GPA calculators.
How does this affect my academics?
See the GPA and Academic Standing page.
Follow the link above for an explanation of how the GPA system affects such things as the Dean’s Honour List, requirements to graduate, and academic progression.
Frequently Asked Questions on the Grading Scheme
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All textbooks can be purchased at Queen’s Campus Bookstore.
All Queen’s Arts and Science Online courses are open to students at other universities. Before applying as a visiting student, request a Letter of Permission from your home university that states that you have permission to take the course and apply it to your degree. See also Apply.
Please see Queen’s policy statement on academic integrity for information on how to complete an online course honestly.
This course was super interactive and I loved every minute of it! The course content was interesting and informative and the format was very cutting edge compared to what I have done before with Queen's. Professor Gauthier's use of modern day technology and media really brought online education into today's digital age unlike other courses I've been part of!
- Course evaluation, FILM 260: Digital Media Theory and Practice (2018)
My favourite course at Queen's so far and I am in fourth year! Love it - could not praise enough! Philippe provides a great learning experience by creating an effective, interactive, and fun learning environment through lecture notes, videos, etc. His interactive study notes are especially a pleasure to work from. So engaging and really brought the content to life and sparked my interest in many of the topics covered. This course is extremely accessible for all types of people and learning preferences.
- Course evaluation, FILM 260: Digital Media Theory and Practice (2018)
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