Sound, technologies and social interaction

The theme focuses on the study of sound as a part of sensory modalities and multimodal action in different interaction situations. The examination also includes, for example, the study of the link between embodiment and sound. Emphasis is on the ethnographic approaches. The special focus is to understand technology-driven interaction, but, in general, the goal of the theme is to learn to perceive sound as a multidisciplinary research subject.

MTMS04a Sound: between material, medium and metaphor

The course focuses on how sound participates in knowledge production in social relationships, cultural products, and in intelligent digitalized infrastructures. During the session, students will explore the cultural, social, technological, and material dimensions of sound and listening. Themes are linked with the current societal challenges such as climate change and sustainable culture, and multiculturalism. The course also includes practical sessions in which students will learn how to work with and analyze audio materials relating to the topics and theories explored in class.

Teacher in charge: Tarja Rautiainen-Keskustalo