Introduction To Web Publishing
- Social Sciences
- 800 level
- 3 credit units
- 127 pages
- 11 units
This course introduces Master students in Mass Communication to Web publishing. It covers the basic concepts of publishing and the Web, exploring the characteristics of online platforms. Students will learn about various online publications, including e-books, e-journals, e-newspapers, and e-magazines. The course also addresses the legal and ethical considerations essential for responsible Web publishing, preparing students for the evolving digital media landscape.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of JLS842, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
JLS842 · UNIT 1 MEANING AND DEFINITIONS OF PUBLISHING/WEB
13 The Web is in our hands: Its increased organisation and characterisation of information emphasises its user-friendly interaction through deep linking. Thanks to phenomena such as social tagging, information is always more and more easily available (VITODIBARI.COM, n. d.).
What you should be able to do
- Understand the meaning of publishing and the Web.
- Identify the characteristics of the Web.
- Explain the concept of Web publishing.
- Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of Web publishing.
- Understand the legal and ethical issues in Web publishing.
What it prepares you for
- Content Creator
- Web Publisher
- Digital Media Specialist
- Online Editor
- Social Media Manager
- Media
- Publishing
- Advertising
- Public Relations
- Education
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Laws of Web Publishing
Unit 2: Various Web Publishing Laws
The unit requires understanding of legal terminologies and their implications in web publishing, which can be challenging for students without a legal background.
- Module 4: Ethics of Web Publishing
Unit 2: Ethical Principles
This unit requires critical thinking and application of ethical principles to real-world scenarios, demanding a nuanced understanding of moral philosophy.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 32 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: General Introduction
Unit 1: The Meaning and Definitions of Publishing/Web · 2 hours
Read the definition of publishing and web.. Understand the history of the web.. Identify the characteristics of the web..
- Week 2Module 1: General Introduction
Unit 2: The Internet and the Web · 2 hours
Understand the meaning of the internet.. Differentiate between the internet and the web.. Explain how the World Wide Web shows information from the Internet..
- Week 3Module 1: General Introduction
Unit 3: Understanding Web Publishing · 2 hours
Define Web Publishing.. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of Web Publishing.. Understand the Web Design and development process..
- Week 4Module 2: Materials Published On World Wide Web
Unit 1: E-Books · 2 hours
Explain the nature of E-Books.. Identify the categories of E-Books.. Discuss the formats of E-Books..
- Week 5Module 2: Materials Published On World Wide Web
Unit 2: E-Journals · 2 hours
Explain the meaning of e-journal.. Trace the history of e-journal.. Identify the type of e-journals..
- Week 6Module 2: Materials Published On World Wide Web
Unit 3: E-Newspapers and E-Magazines · 2 hours
Explain the meaning of e-newspapers and e-magazines.. Discuss how to create e-newspapers and magazines..
- Week 7Module 2: Materials Published On World Wide Web
Unit 4: Functions of Online Publications · 2 hours
Explain the functions of online publications..
- Week 8Module 3: Laws of Web Publishing
Unit 1: Understanding the Meaning of Law · 2 hours
Explain the meaning of law.. Discuss the classification of law.. Explain the characteristics of law..
- Week 9Module 3: Laws of Web Publishing
Unit 2: Various Web Publishing Laws · 3 hours
Identify and discuss the various Web publishing laws, including defamation, sedition, copyright, privacy, and shield laws..
- Week 10Module 4: Ethics of Web Publishing
Unit 1: Understanding the Concept of Ethics · 2 hours
Define ethics.. Explain the purpose of ethics.. Trace the origin of ethics..
- Week 11Module 4: Ethics of Web Publishing
Unit 2: Ethical Principles · 3 hours
Identify and discuss the ethical principles.. State the ethical theories of Web publishing.. Identify the ethical values in Web publishing..
- Week 12Review
Review: General Introduction and Materials Published On World Wide Web · 4 hours
Review key concepts from Modules 1 & 2.. Revise TMAs and course materials..
- Week 13Review
Review: Laws and Ethics of Web Publishing · 4 hours
Review key concepts from Modules 3 & 4.. Practice exam questions..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a study schedule allocating specific time slots for each module.
- Focus on understanding the key concepts and definitions in each unit.
- Review the advantages and disadvantages of Web publishing.
- Practice applying ethical principles to hypothetical scenarios.
- Familiarize yourself with the legal terms and concepts related to Web publishing laws.
Questions students ask about this course
What is JLS842 about?
This course introduces Master students in Mass Communication to Web publishing. It covers the basic concepts of publishing and the Web, exploring the characteristics of online platforms. Students will learn about various online publications, including e-books, e-journals, e-newspapers, and e-magazines. The course also addresses the legal and ethical considerations essential for responsible Web publishing, preparing students for the evolving digital media landscape.
How many units does JLS842 have?
JLS842, Introduction To Web Publishing, has 11 units across 4 modules, over 127 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is JLS842?
JLS842 carries 3 credit units, at 800 level in Social Sciences.
Is JLS842 hard?
JLS842 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does JLS842 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 11 units.
How is JLS842 assessed?
JLS842 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with JLS842?
Content Creator, Web Publisher, Digital Media Specialist, Online Editor and Social Media Manager.