Ukraine in the media 3222-35UM3K-N
During the class, we will define what media is and characterise Ukraine's image in the global media before and after the war of 2022. We will discuss the specifics of the Ukrainian media, with particular emphasis on the role of the media during war and revolution (the 2014 war in eastern Ukraine and the role of the media after 2022 in a situation of full-scale war). We will look at the role of disinformation and fake news spread by Russian propaganda, as well as the role of the media in shaping Ukraine's diplomatic strategy. We will also compare the approaches of different countries and media companies. One of the topics will be culture and literature promoted through the media.
Student workload:
30 hours in the classroom – 1 ECTS
30 hours of preparation for classes – 1 ECTS
30 hours of preparation for the final assessment – 1 ECTS
Total 3 ECTS
Course coordinators
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Type of course
Mode
Prerequisites (description)
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, students will:
K1_W08 – know the history and cultural context of Ukraine
K1_U11 – be able to independently plan and implement their own lifelong learning.
K1_U12 – be able to plan and organise individual and team work.
K1_K01 – be ready to critically evaluate their knowledge and the content they receive
Assessment criteria
The course is completed with a graded assessment.
Requirements for admission to the final assessment:
attendance in classes;
systematic preparation for classes and familiarity with the assigned materials;
preparation of an individual presentation;
homework assignments.
The course is completed with a graded assessment, and the grading criteria are based on the following percentage thresholds:
60%–68% – 3 (satisfactory)
69%–77% – 3+ (satisfactory plus)
78%–85% – 4 (good)
86%–91% – 4+ (good plus)
92%–97% – 5 (very good)
98%–100% – 5! (excellent / very good with distinction)
A student is entitled to two unexcused absences; each additional absence requires justification.
The form of completing the coursework missed due to absence is determined by the instructor.
Absence from more than 50% of classes, whether excused or unexcused, may constitute grounds for failing the course.
If a student does not obtain a passing grade by the end of the semester, they have the right to complete the course and receive a final grade under the same conditions during the regular and resit examination periods.
Bibliography
Materials prepared by the lecturer.
ДОСВІД ВІЙНИ. Медійно-дискурсивний простір сучасної України, За редакцією Світлани Романюк, Варшава 2024.