DTV2100 Acting with Masks Course description

Ingen forkunnskapskrav.

Gradert skala A-F.

Ingen.

After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The student:

• has knowledge of the unique aspects of directing, instruction and performance in acting with masks
• is capable of selecting masks based on the context of use
• has the knowledge to further develop acting skills with different types of masks in different contexts
• has knowledge of how to develop a directing concept for acting with masks
• has knowledge of theoretical and didactic aspects of acting with masks
• has knowledge of masks in theatre history, ethnic and cultural contexts
• has knowledge of the use of masks in a theatre production

Skills

The student:

• has skills in acting, directing and instruction with different types of masks in different contexts
• is capable of making masks that work on stage
• is capable of developing a dramaturgical and visual understanding of the mask and space
• is capable of analysing, documenting and assessing practical artistic work
• is capable of using different search tools to find sources for assignments and project work
• is capable of assessing and referring to specialist literature that can shed light on an issue

General competence

The student:

• has developed both artistic and educational skills in instructing and guiding children, young people and adults in work involving acting with masks
• is capable of planning, implementing and assessing mask productions for the target groups children, young people or adults
• is capable of discussing artistic choices and contributing to the development of good practice
• is capable of communicating important theories, issues and solutions in the field, both orally and in writing
• is familiar with new thinking and innovation processes in the field of mask theatre

The course covers the following four main areas:

• acting with masks
• production of masks
• theory
• subject didactics

Acting with masks

Acting with masks covers acting with both full and half-face masks. Acting with masks requires an increased focus on intentions and action. Theatre masks require bodily engagement. The focus will be on different acting styles for different types of masks. This area also includes a practical test project.

Acting with masks comprises the following:

• acting with different theatre masks
• possibilities and limitations of the theatre mask
• choice of theatre masks
• acting style, form and directing concept
• framework conditions for production
• planning, carrying out and assessing acting with masks

Production of masks

The production of masks focuses on making expressive masks for actors playing a role. The mask can be made from different materials.

Production of masks comprises the following:

• plaster casts
• types of masks for different forms of theatre
• untraditional materials
• theatre masks in relation to the target group, including for children with multicultural backgrounds
• Planning, carrying out and assessing the production of theatre masks with children, young people and adults
• drawing/sculpture

Theory

Today, acting with masks comprises both traditional forms of acting and more advanced forms of expression. Theory deals with theatre masks as a form of artistic expression and as an educational work form in a cultural history context.

Theory comprises the following:

• the mask in theatre history
• functions and characteristics
• theatre masks in different cultures
• acting practice with masks in a theoretical perspective

Subject didactics

Subject didactics focuses on working with masks in situations adapted for learning purposes. For children, young people and adults, acting with masks does not only represent an extension of theatrical expression, but may also be an important means of practising acting skills.

Subject didactics comprises the following:

• theatre masks in drama pedagogy contexts
• different instruction strategies
• leading and guiding acting with masks
• planning, carrying out and assessing acting with masks with children, young people and adults
• mask theory in relation to play, creativity and creative activities
• analysis of practical work

Studiet vil veksle mellom forelesninger, gruppe- og samarbeidsbaserte undervisningsformer og legger vekt på både teoretisk og praktisk arbeid. Studiet er aktivitetsbasert og opplevelsesorientert. Undervisningen vil derfor både skje i klasserom, på ekskursjoner og på overnattingsturer. Studentene må selv dekke utgifter til mat, leie av kano m.m. på turer og i mappearbeid på inntil ca. 1500 kroner.

The following coursework is compulsory and must be approved before the student can sit the exam:

Compulsory attendance at teaching activities:

• a mask performance for children
• develop and present one mask play. (Students who have documented valid absence during parts of this group project will be given an opportunity to carry out an individual project in agreement with the lecturer, in order to sit the exam.)
• at least four internal group performances
• attending professional theatre productions that use masks

The students must cover expenses linked to mask-making. See the teaching plan for more information.

The students cannot be absent for more than 20% of mandatory teaching and supervision activities.

Arbeidskrav og faglig aktivitet med krav om deltakelse

Retten til å avlegge eksamen forutsetter godkjente arbeidskrav og deltakelse i bestemte faglige aktiviteter.

Følgende arbeidskrav må være godkjent før eksamen kan avlegges:

En mappe bestående av fire bidrag. Avsluttende vurdering tar utgangspunkt i innholdet i arbeidskravmappen.

1: Naturlekeplass. Gruppe arbeid med muntlig gruppepresentasjon 15 minutter og individuelt skriftlig notat på 1200 ord (+/- 10 %).

2: Planter: Objektsamling på 30 objekter. Skriftlig notat 500 ord (+/- 10%).

3: Danning: Skriftlig notat 1200 ord (+/- 10%).

4: Friluftsliv: Fremlegg 10 minutter, med bruk av bilder, film eller PowerPoint basert på erfaringer fra egen tur.

Utfyllende informasjon om arbeidskrav finnes i programplan for bachelorstudiet i barnehagelærerutdanning, heltid (180 studiepoeng).

Faglige aktiviteter med krav om deltakelse

Retten til å avlegge eksamen forutsetter tilstedeværelse og deltakelse i følgende faglige aktiviteter:

• Tilstedeværelse på alle fremlegg knyttet til mappebidrag.
• Delta på minst én veiledning der oppgaveteksten i mappeoppgaven krever dette.
• Veilede en gruppe CINP (Childhood in a Nordic Perspective) studenter og være med på en felles uteaktivitet
• Turer og ekskursjoner som er angitt i semesterplanen

Utfyllende informasjon om deltakelse finnes i programplan for bachelorstudiet i barnehagelærerutdanning, heltid (180 studiepoeng).

Avsluttende vurdering gjennomføres i høstsemesteret. Eksamen er en individuell muntlig eksamen, om lag 30 minutter med utgangspunkt i arbeidskravmappen.

Ny/utsatt eksamen

Ny/utsatt eksamen gjennomføres som ordinær eksamen.

Studentens rettigheter og plikter ved ny/utsatt eksamen framgår av forskrift om studier og eksamen ved OsloMet. Studenter er selv ansvarlige for å melde seg opp.

Skikkethetsvurdering

Se programplanen for bachelorstudium i barnehagelærerutdanning, heltid (180 studiepoeng).

A grade scale with grades from A to E for pass (with A being the highest grade and E being the lowest pass grade) and F for fail is used for the final assessment.

1. Continuous assessment - individual.

The assessment is made by two examiners. The course may be selected for grading by external examiners.

2. Development assignment - individual.

The assessment is made by two examiners.

3. Practical performance exam - Group.

The assessment is made by two examiners. The course may be selected for grading by external examiners.

Innholdet i fordypningen består av følgende hovedtemaer:

Barnehagelæreren og naturen

• Arbeid med ledelse av barn og personalet i en barnehage preget av mangfold
• De yngste barna
• Barn med særlige behov
• Barn med ulike erfaringer og forutsetninger
• Ledelse av demokratiske prosesser knyttet til arbeid med barn i natur
• Ledelse av endringsarbeid knyttet til arbeid med barn i natur

Naturen og mennesket

• Menneskets plass i naturen og sentrale emner innen økologisk filosofi knyttet til sammenhengen mellom mennesket, kultur og miljø
• Naturen som en av barnehagens danningsarenaer
• Friluftsliv i barnehagen i et kulturhistorisk perspektiv

Natur, lek og læring

• Mangfold i naturen: sammenheng og variasjoner av biotoper og nøkkelarter
• Enkelt og sikkert friluftsliv med barn til ulike årstider
• Spenningsfylt kroppslig lek i balansepunktet mellom sikkerhet og risiko
• Kjønnsroller knyttet til lek i naturen

Lover, forskrifter og sikkerhet

• Enkel førstehjelp og livredning i vann
• Ulykkesforebyggende tiltak
• Lover og regler for opphold og ferdsel i natur

Barnehagens naturpregede nærmiljø

• Kartlegge og vurdere områder i nærmiljøet for lek, utforskning og læring for alle barn
• Biologisk mangfold i nærmiljøet