Digital Transformation of Journalism
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Description
This course provides an overview of key issues related to the digital transition of news media, in Switzerland and internationally. Each session focuses on a specific theme and links major research contributions with examples drawn from news media practices.
Topics include (among others):
• Digital transformation of newsrooms and organisational models
• Audience relationships and engagement strategies
• Relationships with digital platforms
• Information practices and the challenges news literacy
Objectives
• Identify key research in digital journalism and media studies
• Conceptualise the challenges faced by news organisations in the digital age
• Explain the current state of the journalistic field in relation to digitalisation
Teaching mode
In presence
Learning methods
The course combines lectures, group work, and student presentations.
Examination information
The final grade is composed of 70% from the final written exam (covering assigned readings and course materials) and 30% from group work.
Education
- Bachelor in Communication, Lecture, Elective course, Elective, 3rd year
