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Semester Course Plan

Course Subject : Political CommunicationCode/ Credit : ISK4146 - 3 SKS (2-1)Lecturer Team : Anang Sujoko, D.COMM

Bambang Dwi Prasetyo, Dr. Dyan Rahmiati, S.Sos., M.Si Yun Fitrahyati L., S.I.Kom., M.I.Kom

Course Description:Political Communication subject discusses about communication activities related to political issues. In the beginning of the course, the definition of political communication and the its differences with other communication forms will be explored in order to achieve good understanding of political communication. Concepts, process, models and dimension of political communication become an important issues in knowing this course which will be discussed in this course sessions. Media engagement in political communication become trending topic in this subject, in particularly how New Media contribute their important role in some election events worldwide. Moreover, the existence of media (conventional) still play significantly in many political issues. In accordance with recent political issues in Indonesia and some countries, this course provides discussion and presentation sessions for students to present their analysis and data.

Course Objectives:After completing this course:

1. Students will be able to complete the identification of political communication.

2. Students will be able to understand the role and function of communication studies in the institutional political process.

Assessment:1. In-class quiz = 10%2. In-class participation = 10%3. Midterm test = 25%4. Research Presentation = 20%5. Final Test (Final Report) = 35%Total = 100%

Expected Learning Outcomes

Expected learning Outcomes (ELO)

In Class Quiz

Midterm Test

In-class participation

Research Presentation

Final Assignment

Competence Critical Thinking Communication Skill

Team work

Main References: 1. Comstock, George & Scharrer, Erica. 2005. The Psychology of Media and

Politics. California: Elsevier Academic Press. 2. Kaid, L L. 2004. Handbook of Political Communication Research. New Jersey:

Lawrence Erlbaum. 3. McNair, B., 2011, An Introduction to Political Communication, 5th ed., London

and New York: Routledge.4. Negrine, Ralph & Stanyer James.2007. The Political Communication Reader.

London : Routledge

Additional References:1. Louw, E.P., The Media and Political Process, London:Sage Publication2. Mancini, P., and Swanson, D.L., 1996, Politics, media, and modern

democracy: an international study of innovations in electoral campaigning and their consequences, London:Praeger.

3. Newman, B. I, 1999. The Mass Marketing of Politics, Democracy in an age of Manufactured Images. London : Sage Publication.

4. Some relevant academic journals and unpublished research

Course Profile and Semester Plan, English Class, Department of Communication Science, Brawijaya University 3

SEMESTER COURSE PLAN(SAP)

COURSE : Political Communication CODE / CREDIT : ISK4146 (3 Credit Points)

Course Description:Political Communication subject discusses about communication activities related to political issues. In the beginning of the course, the definition of political communication and the its differences with other communication forms will be explored in order to achieve good understanding of political communication. Concepts, process, models and dimension of political communication become an important issues in knowing this course which will be discussed in this course sessions. Media engagement in political communication become trending topic in this subject, in particularly how New Media contribute their important role in some election events worldwide. Moreover, the existence of media (conventional) still play significantly in many political issues. In accordance with recent political issues in Indonesia and some countries, this course provides discussion and presentation sessions for students to present their analysis and data.

Course Objectives:After completing this course:

1. Students will be able to complete the identification of political communication.2. Students will be able to understand the role and function of communication studies in the institutional political process.

(1)WeeK

(2)Course Material

(3)Lesson Form

(4)Expected Learning Outcome

(5)Assessment Criteria

(Indicator)

(6)Mark Percentage

(%)

1 2 3 4 5 61 Introduction and the

Context of the Course- Lecture/Seminar- Self presentation

- Students will be able to describe what will they learn

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- Small group discussion.

on this subject.- Students will able to

distinguish political communication with other concepts of communication (political science, mass communication, interpersonal communication)

2 Focus Study of Political Communication

Lecture,contextual learning

- Students will be able to acquire knowledge of communication studies and understand the study area of political communication.

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3 Communication Theories in Political Communication Context (historical aspects)

Lecture, contextual learning

- Students are expected to understand and explain how communication theories implemented in some communication theories.

In-class quiz 10%

4 Communication Theories in Political Communication (recent issues)

Lecture,Small group discussion

- Students will be able to understand and apply some communication theories in analyzing some political events.

5 Politics in the Age of Mediation


- Students will be able to critically analyze and identify every element of mediated communication process in political events.


6 Politics and Media Lecture, contextual learning

- Students will be able to understand and explain how much important media role in politic and analyze the relationship between media and political actors.

7 The Effect of Political Communication


- Students will be able to recognize and predict the impact of political communication.- Students will be able to

promote the understanding and critical reflection of occupational, regulatory, ethical, technological, political, economic, and cultural factors in communication and different media industries, and be able to assess their impact.

8 MIDTERM TEST 25%

9 Government Political Communication


- Students will be able to explain and critically analyze government political communication in communication perspective.


-10 Party Political

Communication I (advertising)


- Students will be able to explain and critically analyze party political communication in advertising perspective.

12 Party Political Communication II (Public Relations)


- Students will be able to explain and critically analyze party political communication in public relations perspective.

13 Legislative and President Election in Indonesia

Presentation and defense of research paper.

- To know and be able to apply the main social science research methods in the design and execution of communication projects, independently or in a team

- Students are expected to be able to promote and apply some communication theories in some Indonesia elections.

Research Presentation 20%

14 The Technic of Modern Election, Culture and Democratic Processes


- Students are expected to be able to apply some communication theories in criticizing Indonesia elections technic and understand the ethical aspects of the work and the social responsibilities



of professional communicators.

15 Quick Count and Polling strategy


- Students are expected to be able to apply some communication theories in some Indonesia elections.


16 FINAL EXAM 35%


Assignment and Assessment Description

1. Research Paper and PresentationTime : Week 13, 14, 15Percentage : 20%Description : Every student will conduct mini research and present it in the front of their class mates. There are 3 topics/groups of students; Legislative and president election in Indonesia, the technic of modern election, culture and democratic process, and Quick count and polling strategy.

No Assessment Criteria Maximum Score (20%)1 Theme discussion (clairty, accurateness,

conciseness)10

2 - Correct and relevant knowledge of the field.- Understanding of the issues involved.- Correct use of terminology.o Selection of

relevant sources.- Formulation of position (thesis

statement).o The ability to use evidence to build arguments on the basis of the sources the students have accessed.- The ability to discriminate between the

significant and the trivial;- Ability to develop a consistent argument.o

Logical organization and clear structure of the argument.- Independent thought: the students’ ability

to assess critically the material they have used and formulate their own position on the subject of their research.

60

3 Presentation techniques (audience involvement, clarity, professionalism, timely)

30

Total 100

2. Final ExamPercentage : 35%Time : According to schedule from the FacultyDescription : Every student will critically analyze some political communication case on paper work. Topic will be given in the end of week 15. Students are expected to focus on particular element of political communication and write down on academic writing rule; - Length : 3.000 till 5.000 words excluding references list.- Font/size: Times New Roman/12


- Paper : A4/70 gram- Margin : standart

Students are required to use APA Referencing Technique (could be downloaded from www.komunikasi.ub.ac.id).

No Assessment Criteria Maximum Score (20%)1 Title/Topic (clarity, accuracy, conciseness) 102 - Correct and relevant knowledge of the field.

- Understanding of the issues involved.- Correct use of terminology.o Selection of

relevant sources.- Formulation of position (thesis statement).

o The ability to use evidence to build arguments on the basis of the sources the students have accessed.- The ability to discriminate between the

significant and the trivial;- Ability to develop a consistent argument.o

Logical organization and clear structure of the argument.- Independent thought: the students’ ability

to assess critically the material they have used and formulate their own position on the subject of their research.

60

3 - Writing Technique (paragraphs, grammar, reference),- The use of updated and relevant references (international journal, textbook)

30

Total 100

Plagiarism IssueStudents are required to complete submission form and attach it as a cover of assignment. Any form of plagiarsm will not be tolerated. Submission Form can be downloaded at Official Communication Department Web Site.

Course Profile and Semester Plan, English Class, Department of Communication Science, Brawijaya University

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