Explore the Impact of Digital Media on Communication and Culture

Course Outline:

1) Introduction to Media Studies
- Overview of key concepts and theories in media studies
- Historical context of media evolution

2) Digital Media Landscape
- Examination of digital platforms (social media, blogs, podcasts, etc.)
- Analysis of audience engagement and interaction

3) Content Creation and Curation
- Techniques for creating compelling digital content
- Strategies for curating content to foster engagement

4) Impact of Social Media
- Role of social media in shaping public opinion and identity
- Case studies of significant social media campaigns

5) Ethics and Responsibility in Digital Media
- Discussion of ethical dilemmas in digital content creation
- The responsibility of media producers in a digital age

6) Final Project: Media Campaign Proposal
- Students will develop a comprehensive media campaign addressing a social issue of their choice, incorporating learned theories and strategies for effective engagement.

Assessment:
- Weekly discussion posts and reflections
- Quizzes on key concepts
- Group project on media analysis
- Final project presentation