J7SC 2CA06 - Media & digital cultures

This course introduces students to some of the major theoretical perspectives in the study of media and digital cultures. It draws on key works in social sciences and media scholarship, in order to provide historical, sociological, and political perspective on issues such as: online identities and interactions; participation and fan cultures; media events; the public sphere; virality and social contagion; influence, persuasion and propaganda; the economics of attention; the political dimensions of design; surveillance and privacy.

Course taught in English Language, at least a C1 level is necessary to register for this course.

No prior knowledge required.

Workload during the course involves 2-3 articles of compulsory reading every week as well as one oral presentation.

12 x 2h00.

Presentations, lectures and class discussions.

1/ Assessment methods:

• Participation during class and attendance 20%
• Oral presentation in class: 30% (NB – evaluation will focus primarily on students’ ability to answer questions and lead the class discussion)
• Final class exam 50%

2/ Use of AI by students within the context of the course:

-> To the extent that you have access to Al outside the classroom, if you use it, you are expected to do so in accordance with the Guidance on the Use of Generative Al for Sciences Po Students.

-> Additional guidelines may be specified for certain activities and/or assessments: use of a specific tool, limited use to a portion of the work, citation, and critical analysis of the use, etc.

-> These activities are designed to foster the proper development of your skills and your critical perspective on work produced with the aid of Al. They would lose their value if they were not carried out in accordance with these guidelines.

-> As a reminder, all academic work must comply with the Academic Integrity Charter. Any violation may be sanctioned as provided for in the Academic Rules and Regulations.