Semester Course Plan
Course Subject
Code/ Credit
Lecturer Team
: Political Communication
: ISK4146 - 3 SKS (2-1)
: 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
2. In-class participation
3. Midterm test
4. Research Presentation
5. Final Test (Final Report)
Total
= 10%
= 10%
= 25%
= 20%
= 35%
= 100%
Expected Learning Outcomes
Expected learning
Outcomes (ELO)
Competence
Critical Thinking
Communication
Skill
Team work
In Class
Quiz
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
Midterm
Test
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
In-class
Research
participation Presentation
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

Final
Assignment
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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 Publication
2. 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
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SEMESTER COURSE PLAN
(SAP)
COURSE
CODE / CREDIT
: Political Communication
: 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
1
1
(2)
Course Material
2
Introduction and the
Context of the Course
(3)
Lesson Form
3
- Lecture/Seminar
- Self presentation
(4)
Expected Learning Outcome
4
- Students will be able to
describe what will they learn
(5)
Assessment Criteria
(Indicator)
(6)
Mark Percentage
(%)
5
-
6
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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)
- Students will be able to
acquire knowledge of
communication studies and
understand the study area of
political communication.
- Students are expected to
understand and explain how
communication theories
implemented in some
communication theories.
- Students will be able to
understand and apply some
communication theories in
analyzing some political
events.
- Students will be able to
critically analyze and identify
every element of mediated
communication process in
political events.
2
Focus Study of Political
Communication
Lecture,
contextual
learning
3
Communication Theories
in Political
Communication Context
(historical aspects)
Lecture,
contextual
learning
4
Communication Theories
in Political
Communication (recent
issues)
Lecture,
Small group
discussion
5
Politics in the Age of
Mediation
Lecture,
contextual
learning
4
-
In-class quiz
10%
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6
Politics and Media
Lecture,
contextual
learning
7
The Effect of Political
Communication
Lecture,
contextual
learning
8
MIDTERM TEST
9
Government Political
Communication
5
- Students will be able to
understand and explain how
much important media role in
politic and analyze the
relationship between media
and political actors.
- 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.
25%
Lecture,
contextual
learning
- Students will be able to
explain and critically analyze
government political
communication in
communication perspective.
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10
Party Political
Communication I
(advertising)
Lecture,
contextual
learning
12
Party Political
Lecture,
Communication II (Public contextual
Relations)
learning
13
Legislative and President
Election in Indonesia
Presentation and
defense of
research paper.
- Students will be able to
explain and critically analyze
party political communication
in advertising perspective.
- Students will be able to
explain and critically analyze
party political communication
in public relations
perspective.
- 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
Research Presentation
- Students are expected to be
able to promote and apply
some communication theories
in some Indonesia elections.
14
The Technic of Modern
Election, Culture and
Democratic Processes
Presentation and
defense of
research paper.
- 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
Research Presentation
6
20%
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15
Quick Count and Polling
strategy
16
FINAL EXAM
Presentation and
defense of
research paper.
of professional
communicators.
- Students are expected to be
able to apply some
communication theories in
some Indonesia elections.
7
Research Presentation
35%
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Assignment and Assessment Description
1. Research Paper and Presentation
Time
: Week 13, 14, 15
Percentage
: 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
1
2
3
Assessment Criteria
Theme discussion (clairty, accurateness,
conciseness)
- 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.
Presentation
involvement,
timely)
Total
techniques
(audience
clarity,
professionalism,
Maximum Score (20%)
10
60
30
100
2. Final Exam
Percentage
: 35%
Time
: According to schedule from the Faculty
Description
:
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
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- Margin : standart
Students are required to use APA Referencing Technique (could be
downloaded from www.komunikasi.ub.ac.id).
No
1
2
Assessment Criteria
Title/Topic (clarity, accuracy, conciseness)
- 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.
Maximum Score (20%)
10
60
3
- Writing Technique (paragraphs, grammar,
reference),
- The use of updated and relevant references
(international journal, textbook)
Total
30
100
Plagiarism Issue
Students 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.
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Social and Political Sciences
Communication Department
Student ID Nomber:
Code/ Class:
Student Name:
Course/Subject:
Word count:
Lecturer:
Date line:
Topic of paper:
Delay submission:
Date: ......./.........../............
Time: ........:..........
I declare herewith, that this above-mentioned work (essay, project, thesis etc.) is
my own original work.
Furthermore, I confirm that:
-
this work has been composed by me without assistance;
-
I have clearly referenced in accordance with departmental requirements,
in both the text and the bibliography or references, all sources (either
from a printed source, internet or any other source) used in the work;
-
all data and findings in the work have not been falsified or embellished;
-
this work has not been previously, or concurrently, used either for other
courses or within other exam processes as an exam work;
-
this work has not been published.
I appreciate that any false claim in
respect of this work will result in disciplinary action in accordance with
university or departmental regulations. I confirm that I understand that
my work may be electronically checked for plagiarism by the use of
plagiarism detection software and stored on a third party’s server for
eventual future comparison. Signature .................................................................... Date ......................... This Declaration must be filled out, signed and attached to your student work.