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Digital Media Theory & Practice
FILM 260/3.0
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.
Please note: This course is typically offered in the summer term
Learning Outcomes
After successfully completing this course, students will be better equipped to:
- compare and contrast new and old media based on its form, impact, and accessibility
- analyze how new media affect the political processes and the production, content and consumption of news
- identify particular ways in which new media affect the significance of the expansion of surveillance and the dynamics between surveillance, security and safety.
- discuss how new media change the way we think about the world, our place in it and ultimately our own identity
- develop a persuasive argument, grounded in theory, in support of, or against, the adoption of new media
Description
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.
Terms
Summer 22: July-August
Course Dates:
July 4 - Aug 12, 2022
Exam Dates:
August 15 - 17, 2022
Evaluation
10% - Quizzes (x6)
2% - Participation
58% - Mastery Questions (x3)
5% - Final Project Peer Review
25% - Final Project Final Draft
** Evaluation Subject to Change **
Live Sessions
This course has required live sessions (e.g. webinars, synchronous activities). Please consult the Timeline in the first week of class.
Please note: there is no textbook or software to purchase, and no previous experience with graphic design required for this course.
Instructor
Philippe Gauthier (philippe.gauther@queensu.ca)
Textbooks and Materials
ASO reserves the right to make changes to the required material list as received by the instructor before the course starts. Please refer to the Campus Bookstore website at http://www.campusbookstore.com/Textbooks/Search-Engine to obtain the most up-to-date list of required materials for this course before purchasing them.
There are no textbooks required to purchase for this course. All of the weekly readings are online and linked from onQ.
Time Commitment
Students can expect to spend approximately 20 hours a week in study/practice and online activity for this course.
Course Resources
About SOLUS
About OnQ
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.
About Credit Units
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.
Computer Requirements
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
- Windows 8.1 or newer
- OSX 10.13 (High Sierra) or newer
- Dual Core 2 GHz processor
- 4 GB RAM
- Soundcard
- USB Headset
- Webcam
Supported Browsers
- Chrome (preferred - latest version)
- Firefox (latest version)
- Safari is not recommended as it causes several known issues in onQ
- Edge is not recommended as it causes several known issues in onQ
Internet Connection
- Wired high speed access: Cable or better
- Wifi is not recommended
Java
- Latest version
Media Player
- Flash (latest version)
Adobe Reader
- Latest Version
Dates/Deadlines
The deadlines for new applications to Queen’s Arts and Science Online courses are in our Upcoming Application Dates section.
Grading Scheme
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
Please follow this link to the FAQ's
Tuition Fees
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.
Campus Bookstore
All textbooks can be purchased at Queen’s Campus Bookstore.
Non-Queen’s Students
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.
Academic Integrity
Please see Queen’s policy statement on academic integrity for information on how to complete an online course honestly.
Delivery Mode:
Online
Prerequisites:
None
Testimonials:
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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