POLC 4004 Summer 2019 Syllabus PDF

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POLICE STUDIES DEGREE PROGRAM Syllabus Course Name Course Number Year and Term Class time

Public and Media Relations POLC 4004 Summer 2019 ONLINE

Professor Office Phone Email Office Hours

Joshua Barath B.A. M.A. C 214 L (705) 325-2740 Ext: 3087 [email protected] Posted on Blackboard and Office Window

COURSE DESCRIPTION Students in this course will identify and examine issues and theories related to appropriate conduct of media & public relations for police forces. Successes and failures with regard to media relations, from the point of view of police forces in Canada, will be examined and students will be challenged to devise recommendations as to how these situations should have been handled. LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon completion of this course, the student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to: 1. Describe current theoretical constructs regarding media & public relations, particularly as they apply to a policing context. 2. Analyze a variety of public media crisis situations and high profile legal cases and devise strategies for maximizing the public relations impact. 3. Apply public relations principles in adopting a professional public image in law enforcement capacity. 4. Evaluate the impact the media has on law enforcement issues. 5. Synthesize the depth and breadth of knowledge, knowledge of methodologies, application of knowledge, and communication skills according to the degree level competencies established by authorizing bodies for degree programs in Ontario. DEGREE LEVEL LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. Demonstrate a developed knowledge and critical understanding of the key concepts, methodologies, current advances, theoretical approaches and assumptions in a discipline overall, as well as in a specialized area of a discipline. 2. Demonstrate a developed understanding of many of the major fields in a discipline, including an interdisciplinary perspective in terms of the intersections of fields in related disciplines. 3. Gather, review, evaluate and interpret information. 4. Compare the merits of alternative hypotheses or creative options, relevant to one or more of the major fields in a discipline and across disciplines. 5. Demonstrate, through writing and speaking, a highly developed, detailed knowledge of and experience in research in a discipline and across disciplines. 6. Evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems using wellestablished ideas and techniques. 7. Devise and sustain sophisticated arguments or solve problems using well-established ideas and techniques from across disciplines. 8. Describe and comment upon particular aspects of current research or equivalent advanced scholarship. 9. Review, present, and critically evaluate qualitative and quantitative information. 10. Develop solid lines of argument, make sound judgments in accordance with major theories, concepts and methods of various subjects of study. 11. Apply underlying concepts, principles, and techniques of analysis, both within disciplines and across disciplines. 12. Use a range of established techniques to initiate and undertake critical evaluation of arguments, assumptions, abstract concepts and information. 13. Propose solutions, framing appropriate questions for the purpose of solving a problem. 14. Critically use scholarly reviews and primary sources. 15. Communicate information, arguments, and analyses accurately and reliably, orally and in writing to a range of audiences. 16. Demonstrate an ability to articulate the ambiguity and limits to knowledge, describing how these might influence analyses and interpretations. 17. Demonstrate the exercise of initiative, personal responsibility and accountability in both personal and group contexts. 18. Work effectively with others. 19. Make decisions in complex contexts. 20. Manage own learning in changing circumstances, demonstrating behaviour consistent with academic integrity and social responsibility.

REQUIRED READINGS: Please note: Required articles, case studies, documentaries and video clips, will be posted on BlackBoard.

RECOMMENDED TEXTS: Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 6th ed. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association, 2010. Jane Haig; Vicki Macmillan (2017). Cites and Sources. An APA Documentation Guide (5th ed.) Nelson Education. *These text books are available in the Georgian College library. ASSESSMENT Your grade in the course will be determined by the following: Mid-Term #1 Final Exam Assignment Discussion Board Total

25% 25% 20% 30% 100%

***** See BlackBoard for specific criteria***** EVALUATION CRITERIA: • Requirements for assignments are met • The issues and perspective of the writer are both clearly outlined • Rationale (i.e. defense of opinion) is evident • Creative (convincing) use of language; proper spelling and use of grammar • All written assignments must be according to the APA Guideline • Written assignments must be type-written (word processed) and double-spaced • Class attendance and punctuality should be seen and treated as a priority • All assignments must be handed in at the lecture time of the due date Due dates for assignments, tests: Evaluation Type Discussion Board #1 Discussion Board #2 Mid-Term – Research Paper Assignment

Weight 6% 6% 25% 20%

Discussion Board #3 Discussion Board #4 Final Exam – Research Paper

Due Date Midnight May 26, 2019 Midnight June 16, 2019 Midnight June 23, 2019 Midnight July 7, 2019 Midnight July 14, 2019 Midnight July 28, 2019 Midnight August 11, 2019

Discussion Board #5

Midnight August 15, 2019

6%

Total

6% 6% 25%

100%

Tests, examinations and assignments must be written/submitted at the time specified. Requests for absence must be made prior to the test/examination/assignment date. Reasons for absence in medical, or bereavement situations, if documented, will allow instructors to make alternate arrangements for assignments and tests or allow consideration of an incomplete contract if necessary. See also Section 3.4.4, Incomplete grade designation. Accommodations may also be made to allow for religious observance. In all cases, arrangements must be made with the instructor prior to the test, examination or assignment due date. Other reasons for absence are not sufficient to receive any special consideration and failure to do complete work at the specified time will automatically result in a mark of zero as outlined in the full-time post-secondary calendar. APA STANDARDS & EXPECTED LEVEL OF WRITING: This is a University level course so all papers are to be in APA format. APA-style citation is the College standard, as such students are evaluated based upon this most commonly used methods of citation. Students will be evaluated on their critical skills as well as grammar, style and form. All APA resources and templates will be provided to you in Blackboard. NETIQUETTE: All students will be held to the highest standards for language and content in emails and discussion interaction (including attachments). Abusive and derogatory language or unacceptable content will not be tolerated. All interaction, unless otherwise indicated, must be relevant to the topic being discussed and show a reasoned approach to the discussion. If possible, include information from the text and other sources to make your point. To learn more about online interaction, please see "The Core Rules of Netiquette", from the book Netiquette (ISBN: 0963702513) by Virginia Shea at: http://ep.jhu.edu/netiquette COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS: The best way to contact your instructors is by email. A response will be returned to your email within 24 hours. MISSED EXAMS AND LATE ASSIGNMENTS Tests, examinations and assignments must be written/submitted at the time specified. Requests for absence must be made prior to the test/examination/assignment date. Reasons for absence in medical, or bereavement situations, if documented, will allow instructors to make alternate arrangements for assignments and tests or allow consideration of an incomplete contract if necessary. See also Section 3.4.4, Incomplete grade designation. Accommodations may also be made to allow for religious observance.

In all cases, arrangements must be made with the instructor prior to the test, examination or assignment due date. Other reasons for absence are not sufficient to receive any special consideration and failure to do complete work at the specified time will automatically result in a mark of zero as outlined in the full-time post-secondary calendar. ACADEMIC DISHONESTY, MISCONDUCT AND PLAGIARISM Students are expected to complete written work related to the lecture materials, text, and readings from the course. Students must write their assignments in their own words. Whenever

students take an idea, or a passage from another author, they must acknowledge their debt both by using quotation marks where appropriate and by proper referencing such as footnotes or citations. PLAGARISM: According to the Georgian College Calendar, plagiarism is the representation of the words of another as one’s own in an academic work. Plagiarism is a major academic offence, and any attempts to cheat will result in severe disciplinary action. Students are referred to the current Georgian College Calendar. Each student was given one or was presented with the opportunity to take one. http://www.georgianc.on.ca/admissions/policies-procedures/academic-misconduct It is the students’ responsibility to be familiar with its contents, particularly the section dealing with Academic Misconduct as well as Academic Rights and Responsibilities. In short, there is a “ZERO TOLERANCE” policy imposed by this course instructor. Any plagiarism or cheating will result in a mark of ZERO. Repeated violations may result in the students’ expulsion. In order to address plagiarism and ensure the originality of assignments, the College has a licensed agreement with a web-based software company. Should the matter of originality of any particular work come into question, the faculty has the right to request that the subject work be submitted in electronic format. The work will them be submitted and assessed by the company’s database which highlights plagiarism. Once the website checks a student’s work, it becomes part of the software system’s database. For more details, see Section 6.0 Academic Rights and Responsibilities of the Academic Policies section in the Georgian College Calendar. BLACKBOARD Blackboard is web based software used by Georgian College. This will be used to communicate with you, post course documents and assignments, update class schedules, post grades, communicate via email and create forums for discussion. You must familiarize yourself with this software; it’s an integral component to our class.

IMPORTANT NOTES: 7.2.1 Attendance Instructors determine the requirements for success in the student’s courses. Students are responsible for attending classes, not only for course content, but also for information related to the progress of the course. Participation in class is crucial to your success and to the success of your peers. Because the lectures may cover material that is not contained in the readings, class attendance is absolutely essential. Students are expected to arrive for class promptly, prepared and ready to participate 7.2.2 Student conduct The learning environment and activities are controlled by the instructors, and guided by mutual respect, common sense, propriety, courtesy and etiquette. The instructor has the right to require any student to cease and desist in actions that are disruptive or that impede positive progress in the course. The instructor has the right to require anyone to leave the learning environment if positive progress is impeded by his or her actions or comments. Georgian College Academic Policies and Procedures All students should familiarize themselves with Georgian College Academic Policies and Procedures. Georgian College Safety and Security The safety of students, employees and visitors to Georgian College campuses is of utmost concern to the entire College community. The following provides further information for lockdown and evacuation procedures. Please familiarize yourself with this pertinent information. Emergency Evacuation  Evacuate buildings when a fire alarm is activated or an official announcement is given. Review evacuation guidelines.  Students requiring assistance in emergency situations must inform their faculty during the first week of class.  Familiarize yourself with all fire exit doors of classrooms and buildings you may occupy.  Do not re-enter a building until instructions are given by the Fire Department or college personnel. Lockdown  Lockdown is initiated when there is a potential or actual violent incident on campus that could result in a serious injury or threat to life.  Students can download the new safe@georgian app (available mid-January) to stay updated on Campus Safety and Security information including lockdown.  Familiarize yourself with the College Lockdown procedure (pdf).  Lockdown tests occur each semester.

Resources  Get Out, Hide, Fight Lockdown Video  NEW Lockdown Model – Get Out, Hide, Fight: Lockdown Tools and Tactics and FAQs. Unscheduled Campus Closure Reference: Unscheduled Campus Closure Procedure #2-102 Timing of Closures/Notification: Closure

Decision

College has made the decision to close a campus or location in the morning:

6:00 a.m.

Communication / Notification* By 6:30 a.m.

College closes a campus(s) in the morning and expects to re-open by 12:00 noon Closure expected to continue past 12:00 noon College intends to re-open for evening classes which commence at 5 p.m. or later College intends to NOT re-open for evening classes:

9:30 a.m.

By 10:00 a.m.

9:30 a.m.

By 10:00 a.m.

2:30 p.m.

By 3:00 p.m.

2:30 p.m.

By 3:00 p.m.

Notes If re-opening for noon or evening classes is being considered, this will be mentioned in the message Only affects classes beginning at 12 noon or later

*Notification will be made via:  College web site  Radio and television announcements through local and regional media  College telephone system automated message  Blackboard  All student email to college accounts  Georgian College Facebook site  Georgian College Twitter feed BLACKBOARD TAB INFORMATION

Announcements: The purpose of the announcements tab is to inform you of upcoming assignments, changes in schedule and other important course information. Each time you log onto Blackboard please check the announcement tab.

Course Information: The course information tab will include your course outline, course syllabus and other relevant course documents.

Faculty Information: The faculty information tab consists of my contact information and bio profile.

Weekly Learning: The weekly learning tab consists of each week’s course content. It will include the chapter covered that week, required readings, video clips and at the end of the week a chapter summary will be posted. Blackboard is designed to only display each week at a time.

Assignments: The assignment tab consists of information regarding the content of all assignments, tests and the discussion board.

Discussion Board: The discussion board tab consists of discussion between the students and the instructor. This tab is extremely important for on-line learning. The purpose of your posts is to learn from the course material at the same time engaging your peers and instructor in thought provoking discussions. You will be marked on your participation. Remember quality is better than quantity. Please be respectful with your posts.

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Keys to Success Read the required readings and/or view the clips before participating in the discussion board; Make an effort to participate in thought provoking discussions; Quality in discussions is better than quantity; Be respectful in the discussion boards; Proof read your papers; Use APA Style/Cites and Sources for papers; and

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If you have questions or concerns PLEASE contact me, don’t wait until the night before a paper is due.

WEEKLY TOPICS AND READINGS: It is very important to keep up with your readings in this course, and in particular to ensure that you have read through the assigned materials in advance to be prepared to discuss issues that may have come up throughout. You should look through this syllabus on a regular basis, as it contains a full listing of required activities for the semester on a week-to-week basis. Modules will be comprised of materials and information posted on Blackboard with an emphasis upon essential issues, themes and content. Discussion board will be an essential element for successful performance in this course. During each question posted for discussion there will be a chance for students to raise questions and comments and provide feedback which is necessary to enhance the learning experience of each student. Schedule/Dates of course modules/topics: Week

Date

Topic

Due Dates

1

May 6th – May 12

2

May 13th – May 19th

INTRO and COURSE OVERVIEW – Accountability, Adult Learning, Review of Syllabus and Course Materials, Complete student bio THE MEDIA OF MASS COMMUNICATIONS SETTING THE SCENE

3

May 20th – May 26th

THE POWER OF MEDIA AND ITS EFFECTS ON POLICING

4

May 27th – June 2nd

5

June 3rd – June 9th

THE LOGICS OF POLICE MEDIA WORK REFRAIMING POLICE MEDIA ENGAGEMENT MEDIA STRATEGIES AND OPPORTUNITIES POLICING THE PRESS RELEASE

6

June 10th – June 16th

MEDIA STRATEGIES AND OPPORTUNITIES POLICING SOCIAL MEDIA

Discussion Board TWO Midnight June 16th

MID-TERM DUE – No Course Material 7

June 17th – June 23rd

Mid Term Research Paper Midnight June 23rd

Complete Student Bio Midnight May 12th

Discussion Board ONE Midnight May 26th

STUDY WEEK June 24th – June 28th 8

July 1st – July 7th

9

July 8th – July 14th

10

July 15th – July 21st

11

July 22nd – July 28th

MEDIA STRATEGIES AND OPPORTUNITIES POLICING REALITY TELEVISON

Assignment Midnight July 7th

NEW TECHNOLOGIES, STRUGGLES AND RESISTANCE

Discussion Board THREE Midnight July 14th

MEDIA RESEARCH – PREPARING MEDIA AND MATERIALS MEDIA RESEARCH – LAW, ETHICS AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION

Discussion Board FOUR Midnight July 28th

12 July 29th – Aug 4th

13

Aug 5th – Aug 11th

14

Aug 12th – Aug 15th

GOVERNANCE, SPEICAL INVESTIGATIONS AND CASE MANAGEMENT – THE EFFECTS OF MASS MEDIA FINAL EXAM DUE – No Course Material

Final Exam Research Paper Midnight August 11th

COURSE WRAP UP AND CONCLUSIONS – submit Discussion Board #5 posts

Discussion Board FIVE Midnight August 15th

NOTICE: The sequence and content of this syllabus may change due to unanticipated opportunities or challenges, or to accommodate the learning styles of the students....