KDK1100 Ideation and basic techniques Course description

This course provides an introduction to the development of ideas related to different techniques, materials and tools that can be used in artistic processes. Using different formats, the students learn to assess, document and disseminate their own and others’ work. The course also provides an introduction to contemporary art trends, relevant theory and different dissemination strategies. Digital media will also be used in the course as a dissemination tool, for testing and documentation, and as a form of independent artistic expression.

See the teaching plans for further information about the content of the course.

No requirements over and above the admission requirements

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:

• is familiar with different ideation methods
• has basic knowledge of terms used in the field of art and dissemination
• has knowledge of contemporary art trends and relevant theory
• has knowledge of different forms of presentation and art dissemination strategies

Skills The student:

• is capable of using suitable tools, materials and techniques
• is capable of selecting and using suitable work methods and aesthetic devices in his or her own work
• is capable of using suitable digital media in connection with testing, editing and presentation

General competence The student:

• is capable of obtaining, developing, processing and presenting ideas
• is capable of stating the grounds for his or her choice of aesthetic processes
• is capable of working independently on a chosen issue
• is familiar with problems related to copyright issues

The course is organised as practical work and theoretical studies that are carried out simultaneously. Project work is an important part of the programme. Students on the course are generally required to attend workshops and to actively participate in tuition. The teaching methods used in the course are lectures, seminars, supervision and debates. The purpose of this is to develop the students’ knowledge, ideas, practical skills, professional understanding and ability to express themselves. Students are expected to find relevant reading material in addition to the syllabus, and are encouraged to use the learning centres and the resources available there. Joint presentations and exhibitions will form the basis for discussion and assessment of students’ work.

The course is taught over 17 weeks.

In order to be permitted to sit the exam, the following compulsory coursework must have been completed and approved:

• A practical-aesthetic work related to basic techniques in the course. A written reflection (approx. 3,000 words, individual work) shall accompany this work.

• Planning and carrying out an exhibition and/or dissemination concept. A written reflection (approx. 350 words, individual and/or group work) shall accompany this work.

The required coursework is assessed as approved/not approved, and when coursework is carried out in groups, the group is assessed as a whole.

Compulsory attendance at teaching activities:

The student cannot be absent for more than 20% of the course.

See the teaching plans for more information about coursework requirements.

The written paper shall be on the practical-aesthetic work, and shall be maximum 3,000 words long.

See the teaching plans for more information about the exam.

Examiners

The exam will be assessed by two internal examiners. The course may be selected for grading by external examiners.

The exam is a practical-aesthetic exam project with pertaining written paper. The project and the paper are assessed as one. The exam assignment will be distributed around six weeks before the submission deadline. The result of the exam can be appealed. Individual exam.

1. Practical-aesthetic project

The student shall produce/develop a practical-aesthetic work on an issue relating to the course.

2. Written paper

The written paper shall be on the practical-aesthetic work, and shall be maximum 3,000 words long.

See the teaching plans for more information about the exam.

Absence - fail

Students who do not take the exam due to valid absence, or who are awarded a ‘fail’ can register for a resit/rescheduled exam.

If a student is taking a resit/rescheduled exam, he/she can submit a reworked version of the same exam project, or a new exam paper.

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The art of oral storytelling is an artistic expression that creates an inner imagery in the audience's imagination rather than displaying or dramatising actual images. Oral storytelling takes place as an open and direct interaction between the storyteller and the audience. The aim of this course is to provide a basic introduction to the art of oral storytelling, including its craft, tradition and function in contemporary forms of media expression. This course is suited for everyone wishing to express themselves verbally, either artistically or applied. The Art of Storytelling is a practical course.

Applicants may be able to take this course as an individual course if there are vacant places.

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

• is familiar with the uniqueness and history of oral storytelling
• has basic knowledge of central artistic methods and theories in oral storytelling
• has knowledge of narratives, forms of expression and artistic tools
• has knowledge of the connection between processes in target groups, contemporary time and narratives
• has knowledge of artistic practice as exploration of oral storytelling
• is familiar with artistic research as a research method
• has insight into relevant results from research and development work in a national and international perspective
• Skills

The student

• can make their own artistic choices based on the uniqueness of oral storytelling
• can develop and carry out storytelling performances for different target groups
• can master relevant artistic tools through performance in oral storytelling
• can document and discuss their own professional practice in oral storytelling and adjust this under supervision
• can facilitate storytelling projects for specific target groups
• can assess their own efforts as a storyteller in artistic practice
• can develop their own storytelling practice in an artistic context
• can use research as a basis for their own storytelling practice

General competence

The student

• can plan and carry out artistic projects and assess relevant issues based on the uniqueness of oral storytelling
• can use and evaluate artistic tools in the development of an individual artistic project
• can reflect on and explain their own and others' artistic choices in a storytelling performance
• can analyse, discuss and communicate their own and others' work in oral storytelling
• can use oral storytelling as a method in a public context based on ethical and aesthetic criteria
• can independently use forms of documentation as a basis for further discussion in oral storytelling
• can reflect, analyse and discuss artistic choices and contribute to the development of good storytelling practice
• can disseminate central themes from oral storytelling both in writing, orally and through relevant forms of expression