This course offers a chronological approach tracing the evolution of the concept of 'media event' through time, space and the technology of information and communication. From classic Mass media such as Press Agencies News Wires, Radio, TV, and Press to the so called 'New' or Digital and social Media the course provides various tools to grasp the implication of this revolution on Journalism and the societies which consume those products. Based on academic, professional and interactive input, this course ponder mainly two aspects: 1. How did media affect the concept of 'event' since the 1960's? 2. To which extent Digital Media created new types of 'events' and journalism practices?
- Teacher: Alexandra Herfroymischler