Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | GLOBAL HOLLYWOOD: FROM FILM ART TO MEDIA ENTERTAINMENT | ||
Code | COMM201 | ||
Coordinator |
Mr GW Needham Communication and Media Gary.Needham@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 30 |
Aims |
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The aims of this module are: |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students will be familiar with a number of terms and concepts used in film criticism and analysis. |
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(LO2) Students will have developed an understanding of the role played by US films in mobilising social and cultural identities, especially around particular formations of nationality and gender. |
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(LO3) Students will have the ability to identify the commercial imperatives of film and television texts. |
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(LO4) Students will be able to demonstrate how economic, industrial and institutional factors shape film and television texts. |
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(S1) Global perspectives demonstrate international perspectives as professionals/citizens; locate, discuss, analyse, evaluate information from international sources; consider issues from a variety of cultural perspectives, consider ethical and social responsibility issues in international settings; value diversity of language and culture |
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(S2) Information literacy online, finding, interpreting, evaluating, managing and sharing information |
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(S3) Problem solving/ critical thinking/ creativity analysing facts and situations and applying creative thinking to develop appropriate solutions. |
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(S4) Team (group) working respecting others, co-operating, negotiating / persuading, awareness of interdependence with others |
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(S5) Commercial awareness. |
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(S6) Communication skills. |
Syllabus |
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Topics to be covered: Block 1 (Weeks 1-6) |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Workshop Prior to the workshop, students will be expected to watch a minimum of two films hosted on Canvas in preparation for the workshop. During the workshops students will be expected to debate points raised in key readings and the ways in which they relate to screenings. Each students is anticipated to spend around 10 hours a week working towards preparing for workshops. The four online screening comprehension tests will take place during the workshops. Unscheduled Directed Student Hours (time spent away from the timetabled sessions but directed by the teaching staff): 66 |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
90 36 |
126 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 174 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Online creening comprehension test There is a resit opportunity. Non-standard penalty applies for late submission - Non-standard penalty as this is an in class assessment This is not an anonymous | 40 minutes | 40 | ||||
Essay. There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): Week 12 | 2500 word essay. | 60 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |