Part-time lecturer in Media Studies

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Posted: 26-Mar-24

Location: NYU London

Salary: Open

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Academic/Faculty

Internal Number: 143355

NYU London is currently recruiting for a part-time lecturer to teach Introduction to Media Studies, a course sponsored by Stenhardt's Media, Culture, and Communication Department at New York University. Teaching commences in the autumn term (Sept-Dec 2024).

Course Description

 

 

This course introduces students to the study of contemporary forms of mediated communication. The syllabus covers key texts and ideas relevant to the history and theory of media in the 20th and 21st centuries. It will aim to demonstrate a small portion of the varieties of media theory and practice in different parts of the world. It will also argue for the extent to which ideas of freedom and control interplayed and clashed in ways that obscured perceptions of media technologies, and led to laws and policies that often did not do the work intended for them vis-à-vis media. The
course surveys the main topics in the field and introduces students to a variety of
analytical perspectives.

 

Upon completion of this course, students will understand:

• some of the most important forces shaping modern history, all of which in one way or other, touch on questions of media and communication;
• the economics of media production;
• the impact of media on individual attitudes, values, and behaviors
• the role of media professionals;
• the impact of new media technologies

 

Expectation of Hours:

This is a 4-credit class, which calls for total contact hours equaling 35 hours. The semester is 15 weeks (14 weeks of teaching plus an exam week) and there are 2.5 hours of classroom instruction each week. In addition to the time required for course preparation, classroom instruction, and marking, the instructor is required to hold a minimum of one set 60-minute "office hour" at NYU London per week, during which time she or he will be available to meet with students.

Teaching information: 

Instructors are encouraged to use a variety of pedagogical techniques. This typically includes a combination of lecture- and discussion-based class sessions, as well as the use of student activities, such as debate exercises, flipped classroom environments, and experimental simulations.

In addition to required midterms and final exams, instructors may use a variety of assignments to assess student comprehension of the course material. These may include online weekly homework, writing assignments, short student presentations, and in-class multiple-choice quizzes. Instructors may select the mix that is more appropriate to their teaching methodology.

Instructors should be prepared to teach in-person and simultaneously to be prepared for remote instruction should circumstances require it. NYU uses Zoom as its primary platform for remote instruction.

About NYU and NYU London:

Founded in 1831, New York University is the largest private university in the United States. The University has degree-granting campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai and operates 11 global academic centers and research programs in more than 25 countries. NYU London is an undergraduate study abroad program of exceptional quality with teaching strengths across the curriculum. Our UK faculty, drawn mainly from local universities, has an excellent record in teaching and research. Classes are held at the NYU London centre at 4-6 Bedford Square, WC1. If you would like to learn more about our program please visit NYU London .

Qualified candidates will have a combination of education and industry experience. A doctorate degree in a related field is strongly preferred. It is expected that the post-holder will ideally have 2 to 3 years of experience teaching at the university level; experience teaching American undergraduates is helpful.

The successful candidate should have the right to live and work in the UK prior to appointment.

All candidates must submit the following: (1) a cover letter; and (2) a current C.V.

All applications must be made online through Interfolio ByCommittee at apply.interfolio.com/143355 . If you are new to using Interfolio Faculty Search you may find the following guide useful: Job Applicant's Guide to Interfolio Faculty Search . 

Applications, in the form of a C.V. and covering letter, should arrive by 22 April 2024.

Competitive salary. Terms and conditions will be discussed with the successful applicant. The successful candidate should have the right to live and work in the UK prior to appointment.

NYU London is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented individuals in the profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, and gender and sexual identity. NYU London affirms the value of differing perspectives on the world as we strive to build the strongest possible university with the widest reach.

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NYU is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.

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