mss2rem remix
REMIX
MSS2REM
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces students to the concepts and practices of remix as a way of recombining existing material to make something new. It focuses on the creative potential of remix from the points of view of both aesthetics and cultural engagements. Focusing particularly on the theory and practice of editing and montage, the subject builds on and develops to an intermediate level the knowledge and skills gained in Making Networked Culture, Exploring Media Arts, and Working with Words.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorHugh Davies
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Enrolment in ABM or ABMS or ABA or LWLME or LWLMS
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects MST2RTM
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrated intermediate level knowledge of media genres, aesthetics, and their cultural contexts
- Activities:
- Reflective analysis in journal or blog in class, following discussion
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
02. Demonstrated intermediate level ability to research for and through media practices
- Activities:
- Research of topics related to lectures for presentation in class and through pebblepad and to inform projects
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
03. Demonstrated intermediate level flexible and creative approaches to media practices
- Activities:
- Devise and carry out media exercises using concepts from lectures
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
04. Demonstrated intermediate level ability to work collaboratively and individually on media projects
- Activities:
- Participate in individual and small group projects to start to build Portfolio
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Writing(Writing)
05. Demonstrated intermediate level awareness of the social and cultural conditions of creative work in chosen area of practice
- Activities:
- Reflective analysis in journal or blog
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Writing(Writing)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorHugh Davies
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,000-word equiv analysis from lecture, case study, reading & in-class summative analysis | 20 | 01, 04, 05 | |
| One 1,000-word equiv individual/group exercise and in/outside class project | 30 | 02, 03 | |
| One 2,000-word equiv Portfolio and reflective Journal/blog | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| One 500-word equiv workshop project process and practices and in-class reflective summative analysis | 10 | 01, 03, 04 |