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Module title: Mobile Journalism
SCQF level: 07:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: JAC07124
Module leader: Miranda Hurst
School School of Arts and Creative Industries
Subject area group: Media and Humanities
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module is designed to give you the skills you need to create multimedia content using smartphones and tablets as newsgathering devices. This is a practical module which follows the growing industry practice of mobile journalism (MoJo). We will explore the opportunities in using phones as "all-in-one" devices capable of recording audio and video, and editing content. Module content will include:1. Introduction to Mobile Journalism and how it is used in fast-changing media industries2. Recording and editing audio on mobile devices3. Using smartphones to film in visual sequences4. Techniques of audio and video storytelling and effective editing on mobiles.5. Understanding different broadcasting techniques including writing to pictures, using natural sound, scripting and voicing.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Produce audio and video material using smartphones as newsgathering tools.

LO2: Develop an understanding of broadcast techniques including writing to pictures, using natural sound, scripting and voicing.

LO3: Understand and apply simple visual and audio storytelling techniques.

LO4: Record and edit journalistic multimedia content using mobile apps.

LO5: Understand and analyse the growing role of mobile journalism in the media industries.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 1, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Miranda Hurst
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 12 Lectures will use a range of professional Mobile Journalism examples from Scotland, the UK and globally to inspire your own practical work. Lectures will also explore how Mobile Journalism is used in the industry, analysing trends and the impact of new technologies.
Face To Face Tutorial 24 Each week you will receive a tutorial/workshop in our multimedia teaching newsroom. During tutorials you will be given production training, using your smartphone to record and edit multimedia content. On some days this will involve editing content in class under the supervision and guidance of the module leader. On other days you will be encouraged to newsgather stories at suitable locations nearby.
Online Guided independent study 164 Guided independent study
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Project - Practical 30 1~2~3~4 7 , WORDS= 1'30" + IN Record and edit a 1'30" min audio story using a mobile phone. This should include a voiced script with at least one interview and some natural sound, and should also have a short written introduction. The content should be designed for the specific mobile audience.
Project - Practical 30 1~2~3~4 11 HOURS= 1'30" + IN Record and edit a 1'30 video report with a short written introduction. This should include a voiced script, at least one interview, a piece-to-camera and general filming. It should be filmed and edited using a mobile phone.
Essay 40 2~5 13 , WORDS= 1500 words A 1,500 word academic essay which demonstrates understanding of how mobile journalism is used in the industry. You should use texts from the reading list to support the assessment. Essay questions will be given to you during the course of the module.
Component 1 subtotal: 60
Component 2 subtotal: 40
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
Mobile Journalism
 

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