This subject introduces and explores visual literacy, in particular film and picture book representations, through the lens of education and contemporary culture. Students examine media literacy and popular culture around themes where these intersect: media representation of gender and identity. Students develop their critical thinking and analytical skills in cultural … For more content click the Read more button below.
This subject introduces and explores visual literacy, in particular film and picture book representations, through the lens of education and contemporary culture. Students examine media literacy and popular culture around themes where these intersect: media representation of gender and identity. Students develop their critical thinking and analytical skills in cultural studies through readings, online discussions, film (video) screening and guest speakers. Individual and group projects provide the framework for looking at how visual texts position the reader through specific topics( cultural positioning of the 'teacher', gender representation) and cultural practices. Students identify inaccurate visual stereo-types and develop message analysis skills though asking critical questions about the representation of (for e.g. gender) specific representations in popular culture.
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.
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Learning resources
Recommended - Book - Reading The Visual: An Introduction to Mulit Modal Literacy
Title:Reading The Visual: An Introduction to Mulit Modal Literacy
Resource requirement:Recommended
Author/editor:Serafini, F.
Year:2014
Publisher:TEACHERS COLLEGE PRESS
ISBN:978-0807754719, 0807754714
Recommended - Book - Gender and Pop Culture A Text-Reader
Title:Gender and Pop Culture A Text-Reader
Resource requirement:Recommended
Author/editor:Trier-Bieniek, A., & Leavy, P. eds.
Year:2019
Publisher:SENSE PUBLISHERS
ISBN:978-9004411562, 9004411569
Career ready
Work based learning (placement):No
Subject intended learning outcomes
On successful completion you will be able to:
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Analyse the visual stereotypes represented in various media modalities and genres through a process of critical questioning.
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Compare and contrast the role of Media literacy in representing social and cultural identity.
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Critique how power and authority are reinforced through media representations, media literacy and popular culture.
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Analyse the social and cultural messages emanating from different text forms of popular culture, including print and non-print messages.
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Contribute to scholarly online discussions.
Learning activities
Online participation in webinars; online materials including PowerPoint lectures, relevant readings, online blog discussions.
