Programme: Communication and media studies Bachelor’s Programme compulsory subjects from 2018
Subject Role: Compulsory
Recommended semester: 2
Objectives
The subject familiarizes the students with the basic concepts necessary for the examination of direct human communication and also provides a practice opportunity to become a more professional communicator. Familiarization with the theory is aided by overview lectures and an overview of specific used analysis techniques; and the practice is the series of tasks prepared for the class, the exercises of which are partly carried out together in the seminars, taking advantage of the possibilities of community knowledge and group learning.
Academic results
Knowledge
- Solid knowledge of conceptualization for studying communication and media phenomena
- Basic knowledge of social institutions (law, language, religion, etc.)
- Basic knowledge of the legal, political etc. norms regulating communication and media phenomena.
Skills
- Ability to recognize social and communication problems, and to choose appropriate solutions
- Ability to make judgements in practical tasks, ability to make independent decisions
- Reliable use of professional language.
Attitude
- Openness to social change
- Avoidance of being biased, prejudical
- Social sensitivity, solidarity.
Independence and responsibility
- Display one’s own worldview in a professional setting
- Independence
- Responsible, professionally based social presence.
Teaching methodology
Nonformal education.
Materials supporting learning
- A tantárgy elvégzéshez szükséges oktatási anyagok, szakirodalom a kurzus moodle-oldaláról érhető el a hallgatóknak (edu.gtk.bme.hu)
General Rules
A 2.2. pontban megfogalmazott tanulási eredmények értékelése, a jegyszerzés feltétele a 70%-os órai részvétel, valamint 6 elfogadott, időben leadott esetelemző feladatlap ill. órai poszter, és aktív részvétel az órákon. Félév közepén és végén egy-egy zh.
Performance assessment methods
Órai szóbeli és írásbeli feladatok, félévközi szóbeli és írásbeli feladatok
Percentage of performance assessments, conducted during the study period, within the rating
- exercise books: 40
- mini conference: 20
- midterm oral presentation: 25
- midterm test: 15
- total: 100
Percentage of exam elements within the rating
Conditions for obtaining a signature, validity of the signature
Órák rendszeres látogatása
Issuing grades
| % | |
|---|---|
| Excellent | 91-100 |
| Very good | 80-90 |
| Good | 65–79 |
| Satisfactory | 50-64 |
| Pass | 40-49 |
| Fail | < 40 |
Retake and late completion
Retake and make-up test options are defined by the valid regulations of the University’s Code on Education and Examination
Coursework required for the completion of the subject
| Nature of work | Number of sessions per term |
|---|---|
| classes | 56 |
| prep. for classes | 32 |
| prep. for assessments | 32 |
| homeworks | 30 |
| total | 150 |
Approval and validity of subject requirements
Topics covered during the term
| Lecture topics | |
|---|---|
| 1. | Role - identity - group 1. The concept of identity, group membership, group cohesion (case studies) Role realisation, role-personality, relationship dynamics (personality, role, role types, case studies: key, medical role, medical research) Role 3 - manager roles, group roles Relationship dynamics 1 (vicious circle analysis (in psycho- and sociodynamics)) Relational dynamics 2. Infinite circle method (case studies) Transactional analysis 1. Transactional analysis 2. Nonviolent Communication 1. Nonviolent Communication 2. Hate speech Metaphor analysis Summary Exam |
Additional lecturers
| Name | Position | Contact details |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Galgóczi Krisztina |