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Introduction to data journalism (5 cr)

Code: AV00ES56-3002

General information


Enrollment
12.12.2023 - 29.02.2024
Registration for the implementation has ended.
Timing
22.01.2024 - 08.12.2024
Implementation has ended.
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 cr
Local portion
0 cr
Virtual portion
5 cr
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Open UAS and Continuing education
Campus
Ecampus
Teaching languages
Finnish
Seats
20 - 400
Degree programmes
Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
Juuso Koponen
Teacher in charge
Juuso Koponen
Course
AV00ES56
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Objective

• You are familiar with methods and tools commonly used in data journalism
• You know how to investigate publicly accessible data sources for journalistic purposes
• You are able to produce data-driven content for use in journalism or business communication

Content

• What is data journalism?
• How to interpret data for the public?
• What kinds of tools and methods are commonly used in data journalism?
• How visualization is used in data journalism?

Course material

The course uses online materials, which are announced on the course platform as the course progresses.

Study forms and methods

This is an online course that will be done as it is. However, students can proceed at their own pace within the limits set by the start and end dates of the course.

RDI and work-related cooperation

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Timing of exams and assignments

The exams that you want to be included in the calculation of the overall grade must be completed by the end date of the implementation.

International cooperation

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Student workload

1 cr = 27h student work

Course part description

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Further information

There is no possibility of renewal in the course, but you must register for a new implementation in order to renew or get better grade.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment is based on online exams with questions about the theory and the tasks.

There is no possibility of renewal in the course, but you must register for a new implementation in order to renew or get better grade.

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