Course Topics
Basic theories of electronic communication The ecological approach to the study of media Communication and relationships in the Web age Social media between risks and opportunities Digital deviance and addiction Digital detoxification

Teaching format
Frontal teaching, practical activities carried out directly in the classroom.

Educational objectives
Description - Teaching and learning technologies - Media pedagogy, media ecology The course intends to promote both theoretical aspects related to the in-depth study of specific methodologies for analysing media and digital communication tools, as well as to support pathways that introduce the concrete use of a selection of services/tools, so as to demonstrate their value in specific contexts/interventions. Comparative analysis of the analogue/digital communication paradigm Analysis of the main usage models (mass/personal media) Analysis of the implications of educational intervention in the social sphere, both with reference to the use of resources and with respect to ethical and legal implications Analysis of the main forms of risk/deviance related to digital, declined as far as possible with respect to the relevant tools and usage models Fundamentals of designing interventions oriented towards the use of digital resources, both in a promotional and restraining key. Disciplinary skills Basic knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of digital communication. Knowledge and understanding of sources, authors and fundamental literature related to the field of study. Knowledge and understanding of applications and implications of the integration of digital tools in professional practice. Knowledge and understanding of the consequences of digital convergence with respect to media studies and access to current and future professions. Transversal/soft skills Critical skills and skills in the selection of sources and content for use in different areas, in both professional and research contexts. Competences related to the choice of specific digital tools and resources for different purposes. Competences related to access and inclusion parameters of digital content and tools. Communication skills Ability to share what has been learnt with various interlocutors and through multiple approaches and modalities. Ability to learn and develop acquired competences autonomously, also in the direction of an approach aware of the need for their constant updating

Assessment
The achievement of the learning objectives is assessed by means of the following examination procedure: - Intermediate assessments carried out through the publication of critical texts and comments on the course platform. - Final written essay and related discussion interview

Evaluation criteria
Awarding of a single final grade. In intermediate assessments and linked to the development of written comments and considerations on the platform, the following are assessed relevance, logical structure, argumentative clarity, formal correctness. For the final essay, the previous approach applies, while for the interview the following will be assessed: relevance, clarity of argumentation, critical analysis capacity, ability to rework, reflection