Digital PublishingLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: AM00CF41
Credits
5 op
Objective
The student is able to
- design interactive publications
- produce electronic publications using multiple methods
- test a publication's usability on different platforms and devices
- describe the differences between various publishing methods, platforms and use-cases.
Enrollment
15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023
Timing
16.10.2023 - 13.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)
Campus
Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Graphic Design (2020, 2021, 2022)
Teachers
- Petri Suni
Scheduling groups
- Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Harjoitukset (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
MLTIGR22S
Small groups
- Luennot 1
- Harjoitukset 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- design interactive publications
- produce electronic publications using multiple methods
- test a publication's usability on different platforms and devices
- describe the differences between various publishing methods, platforms and use-cases.
Implementation and methods of teaching
The course is carried out face-to-face and consists of theoretical lectures, software lessons, presentations and discussions.
Timing and attendance
The course runs over nine weeks between 16.10. and 13.12. and consists of 9 face-to-face sessions. A 60% attendance rate is required for successful completion. Attendance at the first meeting of the course is compulsory.
Learning material and recommended literature
Can be found on the course's Moodle platform
Exam retakes
It is not possible to renew the course (there is no exam).
Learning environment
Mukkulankatu campus and Moodle platform.
Student time use and work load
The 135 hours of the 5-credit course are divided as follows: face-to-face teaching for about 60 hours, independent and group work for 75 hours (about 2 weeks!).
Contents
The course introduces digital publications, their interactive features and technical implementation, as well as publishing methods and channels. The course will also cover the principle of accessibility and how to create an accessible PDF file.
Assessment criteria
Assessment based on coursework, presentations, activity and attendance.
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
The student will receive a failing grade if the attendance requirement is not met or if they have not completed all course assignments within the specified time.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student can design interactive publications and produce electronic publications using different methods. Student can test the usability of a publication on different platforms and devices and describe the differences between various publishing methods, platforms and user needs.
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student can design functional interactive publications and produce electronic publications using different methods. Student can test the usability of a publication on different platforms and devices and describe the differences between various publishing methods, platforms and user needs. The student is active and participates constructively in discussions.
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student can design high quality interactive publications and produce electronic publications using different methods. Student can test the usability of a publication on different platforms and devices and describe in detail the differences between various publishing methods, platforms and user needs. Student will demonstrate active and constructive participation in discussions with a minimum attendance rate of 80%.
Enrollment
01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022
Timing
09.11.2022 - 16.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)
Campus
Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Graphic Design (2020, 2021, 2022)
Teachers
- Julia Ojapelto
Teacher in charge
Tero Leponiemi
Scheduling groups
- Toteutuksen opetusryhmä 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
MLTIGR21S
Small groups
- Toteutuksen opetusryhmä 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- design interactive publications
- produce electronic publications using multiple methods
- test a publication's usability on different platforms and devices
- describe the differences between various publishing methods, platforms and use-cases.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Lectures, tasks, presentations and discussions.
Timing and attendance
The schedule is in the course's Moodle environment. Obligatory presence on the first day, lectures and presentations. There is no need for additional tasks when absent but assignments have to be done within the given time.
Learning material and recommended literature
Oppi- ja luentomateriaali sekä kirjallisuuslista löytyvät opintojakson Moodle-toteutuksesta.
Alternative completion methods
Presented evidence of experience and learned skills e.g. in work life.
Working life cooperation
If possible the main task is a co-operation project.
Learning environment
In Mukkulankatu campus, online lectures and Moodle learning environment.
Student time use and work load
Tasks 65 %, lectures 10 %, literature ja learning tasks 10 %, presentations and discussions 15 %.
Contents
Analysis of electronic books, interactivity and their technical implementation, presentation of publishing methods, software and equipment used to create electronic publications, and publishing channels. The main task is interactive epub from given material. There is a possibility to use an iPad tablet computer during the course.
Assessment criteria
Tasks 80 %, presentations and discussions 20 %.
Assessment scale
1-5
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
A1 Is able to consistently use the professional terminology of electronic publishing and argue actions using industry methods.
B1 Is able to apply diversely learnt methods and processes.
C3 Is able to act user-orientated.
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
A1 Is able to use broad-based the professional terminology of electronic publishing and communicate taking in consideration different production methods.
B1 Is able to choose suitable methods and processes for actions and argue the decisions.
C3 Is able to take appropriately in consideration the needs of the publication and the user.
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
A1 Is able to expertly use the professional terminology and methods of electronic publishing and based on those build functional electronic publications.
B1 Is able to choose, combine and develop suitable methods and processes for actions
C3 Is able to take responsibility of the whole production process.