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- Graduate major in Social and Human Sciences
- Instructor(s)
- Kawamura Aya
- Class Format
- Lecture (Face-to-face)
- Media-enhanced courses
- Day/Period(Room No.)
- Tue5-6(W3-205(W322))
- Group
- -
- Course number
- SHS.U441
- Credits
- 1
- Academic year
- 2024
- Offered quarter
- 1Q
- Syllabus updated
- 2024/3/14
- Lecture notes updated
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- Language used
- Japanese
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Course description and aims
In this course the instructor introduce art theories, examining the texts written by Nicolas Bourriaud "Relational Aesthetics". Students are requested to read texts. During the courses students are required to discuss on the topic of the text. This course aims to understand problems about society and art through considering various topics. It also aims to understand the method of text reading.
Student learning outcomes
At the end of this course students will:
・learn the theory for analyzing visual images and contemporary art.
・understand various art works, have a critical viewpoint about visual culture and contemporary art works.
・be able to explain and comment on visual images and contemporary art works, referring theories and knowledge.
Keywords
visual culture, art theory, media studies, sociology, culture and representation
Competencies that will be developed
| ✔ Specialist skills | ✔ Intercultural skills | ✔ Communication skills | ✔ Critical thinking skills | Practical and/or problem-solving skills |
Class flow
All participants are requested to read the text before the class, and have a further discussion.
Course schedule/Required learning
| Course schedule | Required learning | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | At the first class the instructor introduces the author and the book, and choose chapters that will be read with participants. | Students are requested to read table of contents. |
Out-of-Class Study Time (Preparation and Review)
To enhance effective learning, students are encouraged to spend approximately 100 minutes preparing for class and another 100 minutes reviewing class content afterwards (including assignments) for each class.
They should do so by referring to textbooks and other course material.
Textbook(s)
none required
Reference books, course materials, etc.
Nicolas Bourriaud "Relational Aesthetics" (Les Press Du Reel,1998)
Assessment criteria and methods
Contribution to class (50%)，Final report (50%).
Related courses
- LAH.S414 ： Essence of Humanities and Social Sciences14:History
Prerequisites (i.e., required knowledge, skills, courses, etc.)
Students who are interested in contemporary art or social problems are welcome.
