ETL533 Literature in Digital Environments (8)

This subject will examine literature experiences and practices in digital environments and the principles of interactivity, connectivity and access that now characterise the reading experience in the digital age. Learning and information behaviours; dynamic non-linear hyperlinked environments; and forms and formats on various devices, will be examined to understand the emerging influences and changes in reading and literacy experiences. This subject will include the use of online tools and digital resources for literacy experiences, and will allow students to experiment with creativity in connected learning environments.

Availability

Session 2 (60)
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ETL533. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Information and Communication Studies

Enrolment Restrictions

This subject is not available to students who have completed INF533 as it shares similar content.

Subject Relationships

INF533 Incompatible subject

Incompatible Subjects

INF533

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to critically discuss current and emerging text and literacy experiences in digital environments for learning and teaching;
  • be able to explain the features of literature and literacy in a digital environment, including information and knowledge transactions;
  • be able to explain the value of digital storytelling in context, and apply appropriate tools and strategies to learning;
  • be able to critically discuss current and future developments in social-networked literature, including content creation, collaboration, interfaces and experiences;
  • be able to design and create a digital artefact or publication for online and mobile learning environments;
  • be able to incorporate digital media texts into reading and literacy experiences in the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of learners; and
  • be able to explain issues in managing copyright, digital rights and licensing to manage literary devices, resources and services.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Trends and developments in formats, interfaces, tools and storage
  • Learning and teaching with online tools and reading devices
  • Interactive narrative and multimodal texts and interfaces
  • Digital storytelling and multi-sensory digital experiences
  • Interactive fiction and non-fiction authoring tools
  • Policy and practice for managing reading devices in schools

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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