304422 (v.2) Journalism 511 - Media Ethics

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Area:	Department of Media and Information
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	3.0
Lecture:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:	Introduction to key theories and concepts in ethical reasoning and develops skills in critical thinking on issues of professional ethics in journalism and the media. Through the introduction of such theories and concepts, students will be able to assemble what might be regarded as a 'tool kit' of concepts and strategies with which they can address ethical questions and dilemmas in the areas of journalism, media and mass communication.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students have assembled what might be regarded as a "tool kit" of concepts and strategies with which they can address ethical issues and dilemmas in the areas of journalism, media and mass communication. A thorough understanding of the Journalists Code of Ethics and other media professional standards and codes, their professional standards and codes, their social implications and their relationship to best practice. Professionalism in journalism.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Christians, C., (1997). et al, Media Ethics: Cases and Moral Reasoning, 5th ed, New York, Longman. Vardy, P. and Grosch, P., The Puzzle of Ethics, 1st U.S.ed. Armonk, New York.
Unit Texts:	Christians, C. et al., (1997). Media Ethics: Cases and Moral Reasoning. 5th ed. New York, Longman. Schultz, J (ed) (1994). Not Just Another Business. Leichardt, Pluto.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Case Study 1 (1000 words) 15%. Case Study 2 (1000 words) 15%. Essay (2000 words) 35%. Tutorial Participation 15%. Tutorial Presentation 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y     2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y