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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Digital Societies, Digital Minds | |||
| Reference | SS2062 | Version | 2 |
| Created | February 2022 | SCQF Level | SCQF 8 |
| Approved | May 2020 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | February 2022 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
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| The exponential use of the internet means that there is interest in its day-to-day use. Drawing from theory and research, this module will examine the sociological and psychological aspects of online interactions, relationships, and behaviours. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Explain the characteristics of the Internet and its influence on online relationships and identity development. |
| 2 | Demonstrate understanding of social, political and economic contexts in relation to digital societies. |
| 3 | Apply knowledge of psychological and sociological theory and research to explain human and group behaviour and dynamics in cyberspace. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Psychological and sociological research and theories relating to: everyday digital living: the individual in a networked world; self and identity online; Internet cultures, communities & inequalities; online love and relationships; social influence online; social media, protest & politics; Internet disorders; cybercrime; surveillance, data & security; digital labour, rights & democracy; future digital worlds. We will consider how offline structural inequalities, racism, and social relationships affect our online worlds. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This is a mainly lecture based module with supporting seminars/workshops and student-centred learning. The on-campus activities will be supplemented and supported with online activities where appropriate. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 36 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 114 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3 |
| Description: | Video presentation | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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| Explanatory Text | |
| Grade D or above must be achieved in all components to achieve a module pass. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | The student needs an A in C1. |
| B | The student needs a B in C1. |
| C | The student needs a C in C1. |
| D | The student needs a D in C1. |
| E | The student needs an E in C1. |
| F | The student needs a F in C1. |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
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| Prerequisites for Module | None, in addition to SCQF 8 entry requirements or equivalent. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | Graham, M. and Dutton, W.H. 2019. Society and the Internet. 2nd ed., OUP. |
| 2 | Miller, V. 2020 Understanding Digital Culture. 2nd ed., SAGE. |
| 3 | McCulloch, G. 2020. Because Internet: Understanding how language is changing. Vintage. |
| 4 | Whitty, M.T. and Young. G. 2016. Cyberpsychology: The study of individuals, society and digital technologies. Wiley. |
| 5 | Norman, K.L. 2014. Cyberpsychology: And introduction to human-computer interaction. Cambridge University Press. |
| 6 | Noble, S.U. 2018. Algorithms of oppression. New York University Press. |