Descriptif
Media play a central role in contemporary democracies. They inform citizens, shape public debates, influence political agendas, and provide a platform through which political actors communicate with the public. At the same time, the rapid development of digital technologies and social media has profoundly transformed the way political information is produced, distributed, and consumed.
This course explores the relationships between media, communication, and politics in contemporary societies. Students will examine how news is produced, how political actors seek to influence public opinion, how media shape perceptions of political issues, and how digital platforms have changed political communication. Through contemporary examples and case studies, the course will address topics such as election campaigns, political advertising, misinformation, social media, populism, political polarization, and the role of emotions in public debate.
Designed for students with no prior background in political science or communication studies, the course emphasizes critical thinking and evidence-based analysis of contemporary political communication.
Diplôme(s) concerné(s)
Pour les étudiants du diplôme Bachelor of Science de l'Ecole polytechnique
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Format des notes
Littérale/grade américain Numérique sur 20Pour les étudiants du diplôme Bachelor of Science de l'Ecole polytechnique
Vos modalités d'acquisition :
Assessment 1: Midterm examination (40%)
In-class written examination covering the first half of the course. The exam will assess students’ understanding of key concepts and their ability to analyze media content, political communication strategies, and contemporary case studies.
Assessment 2: Group presentation (20%)
Students will work in small groups to analyze a contemporary case of political communication. Possible topics include election campaigns, media coverage of major political events, social media strategies, misinformation campaigns, or the communication of public policies. Each group will deliver a 10–15 minutes presentation followed by a discussion.
Assessment 3: Final examination (40%)
In-class written examination covering the second half of the course. The exam will combine questions on course material with the analysis of media content, communication strategies, and contemporary political developments.
Make-up assignment
Individual essay to be submitted via Turnitin on Moodle.
Le rattrapage est autorisé (Note de rattrapage conservée)- le rattrapage est obligatoire si :
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- le rattrapage peut être demandé par l'étudiant si :
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- Crédits ECTS acquis : 2 ECTS
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