Dr. Jonas Blom

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jonas Blom is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern Denmark specializing in journalism and linguistics. His research addresses contemporary issues within media and journalism, utilizing a linguistic perspective. His projects include examining how children perceive and respond to misinformation on social media through the SafeChilDe initiative. He collaborates with colleagues to investigate how journalists’ speculative reporting impacts public perception, particularly during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Through various studies, he addresses the use of clickbait in news media and its implications for journalistic integrity. Additionally, his work analyzes the credibility perceptions of synthetic voices in news broadcasting and the historical development of spelling errors in journalism. As a committed educator, Jonas emphasizes the development of students' writing skills and actively participates in several interdisciplinary collaborations to enhance journalistic practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Southern Denmark • Odense, DK

Teaching and researching in the fields of journalism and linguistics.

Awards

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Teacher of the Year

2018-01-01

Requirements for University of Southern Denmark

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:88
PTE
Overall
Required:58
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or Humanities Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects of the chosen field
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Transcripts of records
  • Course descriptions for prerequisite verification
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized for English-taught Master's programs across Science, Engineering, and Social Science departments. Some programs may require a higher GPA for restricted admission.