Duration
Social and cultural mediation : 15h Th
Cultural mediation and digital tools : 15h Th
Number of credits
| Master in communication, professional focus in cultural mediation and public relations | 5 crédits |
Lecturer
Social and cultural mediation : Rachel Brahy
Cultural mediation and digital tools : Jonathan Thonon
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
All year long, with partial in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
Social and cultural mediation
The coordination between the aims of artistic mediation and social action is currently addressed by a wide variety of mechanisms for dealing with individuals and territories. Sometimes, specific rules support the development of these interventions (e.g.: cultural, social or municipal policies). In the past, these actions were more spontaneous, initiated by artists, social actors or groups of citizens directly. Whether the objective is security-related, therapeutic or aimed at social cohesion, a specific reality emerges as soon as the ambition consists of associating a social and a cultural goal. The purpose of this course is to take a close look at sociocultural intervention, from every aspect, by studying policies and concrete systems (e.g.: social theatre, art therapy, etc.).
Students will examine several aspects of these mediation processes through case studies and scientific articles: How do they create communal action (political, social, etc.)? According to what conditions and through which medium (artistic, relationships)? Which professionals work in this sub-sector of social intervention? Which concrete objects are used in these mechanisms and what are the results? What are the obstacles and how are they dealt with (or not)? Pragmatic sociology is the chosen approach.
Cultural mediation and digital tools
During the course sessions, we study:
- the issues specific to the use of digital devices within the framework of the professional practice of cultural mediation,
- the importance of taking into account media cultures linked to the technical supports used,
- the basics of device prototyping.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Social and cultural mediation
- Define and discuss the notions of mediation, mediator, social mediation, cultural mediation, esthetic mediation and intercultural mediation. - Analyse a mediation mechanism (explain the role of the third party, identify the professions involved, etc.) - Critically assess the aims of these mechanisms
Cultural mediation and digital tools
The course should allow students to analyze or create digital devices in a relevant and reflective way.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Social and cultural mediation
Lectures (slide show given to students) as well as reading scientific articles, watching documentaries, practical exercises and sessions where students are required to participate.
Cultural mediation and digital tools
Commentary and analysis of scientific literature, technical workshops, practical work.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Social and cultural mediation
Blended learning
Additional information:
Face-to-face for most sessions
Occasionally remote (flipped classroom) - to be determined
Cultural mediation and digital tools
Face-to-face course
Additional information:
On site.
Course materials and recommended or required readings
Social and cultural mediation
Reading portfolio (available online)
Cultural mediation and digital tools
Compulsory reading :
Nicolas Navarro et Lise Renaud, « La médiation numérique au musée en procès », Revue française des sciences de l'information et de la communication [En ligne], 16 | 2019
Optionnal reading :
La médiation muséale au prisme du numérique, Revue Françaises des Sciences de l'Information et la Communication, numéro 16, Sous la direction de Cristina Badulescu et Valérie-Inés de La Ville, 2019. URL : https://journals.openedition.org/rfsic/5566
Henry Jenkins, La Culture de la convergence. Des médias au transmédia, trad. de l'anglais par C. Jaquet, Paris, A. Colin/Ina Éd., coll. Médiacultures, 2013 [2006], 336 pages
Social and cultural mediation
Exam(s) in session
January exam session
- In-person
written exam ( open-ended questions )
August-September exam session
- In-person
written exam ( open-ended questions )
Cultural mediation and digital tools
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- Remote
written exam ( open-ended questions )
Written work / report
Additional information:
Written work / report
Continuous assessment
Additional information:
Class participation
Written work
Work placement(s)
Organisational remarks and main changes to the course
Contacts
Social and cultural mediation
rrachel.brahy@uliege.be elise.vandeninden@uliege.be
Cultural mediation and digital tools
Pierre-Yves Hurel - pyhurel@uliege.be