COURSE UNIT TITLE

: CRITICISM IN DIGITAL MEDIA

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type Of Course D U L ECTS
TEM 2012 CRITICISM IN DIGITAL MEDIA ELECTIVE 2 0 0 4

Offered By

Ceramic and Glass

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

DOCTOR MELIH TOMAK

Offered to

Carpet - Rugs and Old Fabric Patterns
Sound Editing and Cinematography
Play Writing - Dramaturgy
Performance Arts
Accessory Design
Carpet, Rug and Traditional Fabric Designs
Stage Design
Animation Film Design and Directing
Ceramic and Glass Design
Music Sciences
Film Design and Directing
Musicology
Art of Illumination
Film Design and Directing
Illustration and Printmaking
Accessory Design
Sculpture
Photography
Fashion Apparel Design
Tile Design and Restoration
Art of Calligraphy
Painting
Cartoon Film and Animation
Textile Design
Ancient Turkish Calligraphy
Textile and Fashion Design
Film Design and Screenwriting
Restorations of Ancient Tile
Graphic Design
Film Design and Screenwriting
Ceramic and Glass
Dramatic Writing and Dramaturgy
Music Technology
Graphic Arts

Course Objective

It aims to comprehensively examine how digital technology tools and media platforms are transforming filmmaking and the post-cinema process. Students will explore the application of innovative technological methods in digital filmmaking and investigate their impact on creative processes and narrative tactics. They will delve deeper into how these new media tools are transforming traditional media genres such as cinema and television and the impact of the digital age on content consumption behaviors. Students will be able to critically evaluate the cultural, social and economic implications of digital film creation.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1   Analyze the advancement of technology and the emergence of digital media platforms.
2   To explore the differences between traditional media and digital platforms and their impact on audience behavior.
3   Assess the impact of digital platforms on cultural norms, social frameworks and everyday discourses.
4   Examine the economic impact of digital platforms on the media sector and emerging business models.
5   Analyze the presentation and consumption of popular content and sports spectacles in various markets, including Turkey.

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Week Subject Description
1 Fundamentals of Digital Media and Digital Media Platforms
2 Transformation of Television Content and Digital Access
3 Content and Genres on Digital Platforms
4 New Approaches in Digital Film Production and Post-Cinema
5 Content Production, Budgeting and International Distribution Strategies on Digital Platforms
6 Example of Digital Streaming Platforms Netflix and Amazon Prime Video
7 The Role of Digital Platforms in Film Distribution MUBI and Disney+
8 Short Format Content, Interactive Content and Technological Innovations
9 The Effects of Digital Media Content on Cultural Norms and Social Structures
10 Digital Transformation in Sports Broadcasting beIN Connect/TOD
11 Digital Broadcasting in Turkey Blu TV, Puhu TV, Exxen, Gain
12 Future Digital Media Trends
13 Marketing of Digital Content, Target Audience Analysis and Advertising Models
14 Digital Media Ethics, Copyrights and Legal Regulations

Recomended or Required Reading

Dijital Medya ve Öğrenme (2020) Abdullah Kuzu - Elif Buğra Kuzu Demir
Yeni Medya Çağında Popüler Dijital Sorunlar (2020) Ed. Hakan Aydın - Fikret Yazıcı
Dijital Çağda Medya ve Iletişim Çalışmaları (2023) Mustafa Yalçın - Cenk Demirkıran
Digital Media and Society (2021) Simon Lindgren

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

It is diversified to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of digital media platforms and their impact on content consumption. Lectures with interactive elements and group work will encourage students' active participation. They will work on individual or group projects throughout the semester, which will develop their skills in researching, analyzing and presenting.

Assessment Methods

SORTING NUMBER SHORT CODE LONG CODE FORMULA
1 MTE MIDTERM EXAM
2 ASG ASSIGNMENT
3 FIN FINAL EXAM
4 FCG FINAL COURSE GRADE MTE * 0.30 + ASG * 0.10 + FIN * 0.60
5 RST RESIT
6 FCGR FINAL COURSE GRADE (RESIT) MTE * 0.30 + ASG * 0.10 + RST * 0.60


Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

You'll be graded on your visa, assignments, and final exam questions.
You have to attend class.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

Attend classes.
Obtain recommended resources for research.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

Lec. Melih TOMAK
melih.tomak@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

Wednesday, 13.00-14.00

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Activities Number Time (hours) Total Work Load (hours)
Lectures 13 2 26
Preparations before/after weekly lectures 10 1 10
Preparation for midterm exam 1 4 4
Preparation for final exam 1 6 6
Midterm 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) 50

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

PO/LOPO.1PO.2PO.3PO.4PO.5PO.6PO.7PO.8PO.9PO.10PO.11PO.12PO.13PO.14PO.15PO.16PO.17PO.18
LO.1332
LO.2232
LO.34
LO.4323
LO.532