School: Arts and Humanities

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Audio Storytelling
  • Unit Code

    BDJ2100
  • Year

    2021
  • Enrolment Period

    1
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
  • Unit Coordinator

    Dr Laura GLITSOS

Description

This practice based unit focuses on audio storytelling and the use of sound in journalism. Through the production of both individual audio stories and podcasts, students develop the skills of newsgathering, interviewing, research, writing and production. It critically considers the implications for radio journalists of different modes of audience engagement in broadcasting and online, and undertakes critical analyses of ethical and editorial issues in radio broadcasting. This unit offers authentic learning through industry-focused workshops. Students work in teams and as individuals to create a variety of radio news and current affairs content.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded BRO2000

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Report in a clear, concise, accurate and engaging way using a variety of audio elements and narrative conventions in an audio environment.
  2. Identify and observe key ethical and legal obligations associated with radio journalism, and reflect critically on their own and others' performance in this regard.
  3. Produce, package and present a variety of news stories and features across a range of audio platforms.
  4. Work independently and collaboratively in learning and production processes, including online forums, to produce radio journalism.
  5. Identify and discuss local, national and international people and events relevant to current issues and media issues.

Unit Content

  1. Introduction to the production and presentation processes of audio storytelling.
  2. Understand the ethics and moral responsibilities of broadcasters.
  3. Develop skills for radio news, current affairs and other formats that include research, interviewing, editing and presenting.
  4. Produce content for various audio platforms and audiences.

Learning Experience

Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS

JoondalupMount LawleySouth West (Bunbury)
Semester 2Not Offered13 x 3 hour seminarNot Offered

For more information see the Semester Timetable

Additional Learning Experience Information

This unit will be delivered using technology enhanced learning, a learner-centered approach. Lectures are used to introduce the central concepts that are relevant in understanding the principles and practices of business. They involve a blend of experiences including interactive presentations, videos and small group discussions. Tutorials provide students with the opportunity to further discuss and apply the concepts covered in lectures and readings. Activities focus on small group work, designed to develop communication skills, critical thinking and teamwork. <br><br> Stimulated work environment provides students with opportunities to use equipment or practice that is standard in industry. Assessment methods for on-campus provide students with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate their achievement of the unit learning outcomes. Central to technology-enhanced learning is completing self-directed activities outside of class contact time. These preparatory activities introduce students to initial, relatable conceptions of the topics, which are reinforced through lectures, tutorials and online interactions. Assessment methods for on-campus study provide students with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate their achievement of the unit learning outcomes.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentAudio package 20%
ExerciseIn class activities 30%
PortfolioCreative portfolio50%

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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School: Arts and Humanities

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Audio Storytelling
  • Unit Code

    BDJ2100
  • Year

    2021
  • Enrolment Period

    2
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
  • Unit Coordinator

    Dr Laura GLITSOS

Description

This practice based unit focuses on audio storytelling and the use of sound in journalism. Through the production of both individual audio stories and podcasts, students develop the skills of newsgathering, interviewing, research, writing and production. It critically considers the implications for radio journalists of different modes of audience engagement in broadcasting and online, and undertakes critical analyses of ethical and editorial issues in radio broadcasting. This unit offers authentic learning through industry-focused workshops. Students work in teams and as individuals to create a variety of radio news and current affairs content.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded BRO2000

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Report in a clear, concise, accurate and engaging way using a variety of audio elements and narrative conventions in an audio environment.
  2. Identify and observe key ethical and legal obligations associated with radio journalism, and reflect critically on their own and others' performance in this regard.
  3. Produce, package and present a variety of news stories and features across a range of audio platforms.
  4. Work independently and collaboratively in learning and production processes, including online forums, to produce radio journalism.
  5. Identify and discuss local, national and international people and events relevant to current issues and media issues.

Unit Content

  1. Introduction to the production and presentation processes of audio storytelling.
  2. Understand the ethics and moral responsibilities of broadcasters.
  3. Develop skills for radio news, current affairs and other formats that include research, interviewing, editing and presenting.
  4. Produce content for various audio platforms and audiences.

Learning Experience

Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS

JoondalupMount LawleySouth West (Bunbury)
Semester 2Not Offered13 x 3 hour seminarNot Offered

For more information see the Semester Timetable

Additional Learning Experience Information

This unit will be delivered using technology enhanced learning, a learner-centered approach. Lectures are used to introduce the central concepts that are relevant in understanding the principles and practices of business. They involve a blend of experiences including interactive presentations, videos and small group discussions. Tutorials provide students with the opportunity to further discuss and apply the concepts covered in lectures and readings. Activities focus on small group work, designed to develop communication skills, critical thinking and teamwork. <br><br> Stimulated work environment provides students with opportunities to use equipment or practice that is standard in industry. Assessment methods for on-campus provide students with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate their achievement of the unit learning outcomes. Central to technology-enhanced learning is completing self-directed activities outside of class contact time. These preparatory activities introduce students to initial, relatable conceptions of the topics, which are reinforced through lectures, tutorials and online interactions. Assessment methods for on-campus study provide students with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate their achievement of the unit learning outcomes.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentAudio package 20%
ExerciseIn class activities 30%
PortfolioCreative portfolio50%

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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