Course Title: Extend cultural research expertise
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2023
Course Code: VART6537C
Course Title: Extend cultural research expertise
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.
Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus
Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6174 - Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts
Course Contact: Tyler Payne
Course Contact Phone: +61399254320
Course Contact Email: tyler.payne@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Tyler Pane
tyler.pane@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge required to extend and refine individual cultural research capability, in the context of own practice and as part of the broader cultural context.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUARES612 Extend cultural research expertise |
Element: |
1. Establish own practice in wider context |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Evaluate the interrelation between own practice and broader contemporary cultural context 1.2 Explore relationship of practice to aspects of cultural history and theory 1.3 Compare own work with other professionals and assess its similarities and differences 1.4 Analyse progress of individual practice, and influences that have shaped this development |
Element: |
2. Extend research capability |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Investigate ways to extend individual research that support professional practice and self-development 2.2 Support current or planned developments by developing areas of research 2.3 Conduct comprehensive analysis of critical writing as part of ongoing research practice |
Element: |
3. Refine and articulate own positions and ideas |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Develop personal ideas through the application of critical analysis and expanding research activity 3.2 Participate in current cultural debate with peers and within wider community 3.3 Request and implement critical feedback from others where required 3.4 Develop substantiated ideas on cultural topics 3.5 Develop and present information in formats that meet industry and academic standards and conventions |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning Activities may include but are not limited to:
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- practical demonstrations in studio
- Blog/Wiki or other online discussion and participation
- analysis/critique of relevant reading material
- seminars/workshops
- design activities or projects
- group projects
- peer learning
- guest lecture/presentation
- class presentations
- group discussion
- research
- independent project-based work
- group activities/projects
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
- visits to galleries and events
- practical placement
- simulated workplace activities.
Teaching Schedule
Please refer to Canvas.
Note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
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1 |
Introduction to course
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Discussion: What is Visual Analysis? Activity: Mapping Exercise relating to AT1 and group activity + presentation |
2 |
John Berger: Ways of Seeing Discussion Formal Analysis vs Contextual Analysis
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Advertising and Oil Painting Activity: Students discuss their chosen artwork for AT1 AT1 Q C - F discussed in class one-on-ones with the teacher for AT1 |
3 |
Overview of Feminism and Art Presentation |
Discussions forum task- your response to the Feminism presentation/discussion Activity: Group Task AT1 DUE |
| 4 |
Overview of Post-Colonialism and Art Presentation Introduction to AT2: Annotated Bibliographies |
Discussions forum task: your response to the post-Colonialism presentation/discussion Learning to Research (with the Library!) |
| 5 | Research Methods |
Research Methods: How to log in to JSTOR RMIT Easy-Cite Labeling artworks Discussion + Activity: Using Easy-Cite for RMIT-Harvard style referencing Endnote Plagiarism
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| 6 | Overview of post-Modernism and Art |
Discussions forum task: your response to the post-Modernism presentation/discussion
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| 7 | Artist Talk with Special Guest! |
Q&A with the artist and researcher one-on-one sessions for student and the teacher regarding annotated bibliographies |
| 8 |
Introduction to AT3: Artist + Presentation Debate Refresher: Mental health strategies & managing workload |
Activity: Students assigned to presentation weeks Tips for creating good PowerPoint Past student example Study tips for good mental health Discussions forum task: sharing your favourite self-care tips AT2 DUE
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| 9 |
Andrew Tetzlaff, Senior Curator RMIT Gallery attending to discuss his role as a curator and about post-Modernism's effect on galleries and exhibition strategies Introduction to AT4: Research Report |
in-class discussion with visiting industry expert Krass' "Sculpture in the expanded field" Paul Yore's exhibition at RMIT Intersect (2019) Discussions forum task: summarise key points of today's discussion
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MID-SEMESTER BREAK |
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10 |
First week of class presentations -AT3 |
Discussion forum task - responding to this week's presentations. |
11 |
Second week of class presentations -AT3 |
Discussion forum task - responding to this week's presentations. |
12 |
Third and FINAL week of class presentations - AT3 |
Discussion forum task - responding to this week's presentations. AT3 DUE |
13 |
How to develop a successful essay
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TEEL Structure Referencing
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14 |
Discussion about topics - this week reserved for responding to needs and questions regarding AT4 Using plain English How to make a reference list |
Open discussion on the semester's assessments p17 of RMIT Style Guide - 'Word Usage' How to make a reference list resource |
15 |
Preparing Assessments | one-on-one with teacher and students |
16 |
Preparing Assessments
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one-on-one with teacher and students AT4 DUE
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The library provides free study support services and resources to help you build your academic skills. This includes subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and other services. You can also access one-on-one consultations through the library. For further information:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/study-support
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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