Methodology of Film and New Media Studies (compulsory diploma module) Field of study: Cultural Studies
Programme code: W1-S2KU19.2023

Module name: Methodology of Film and New Media Studies (compulsory diploma module)
Module code: W1-KU-S2-MBnFiNM02
Programme code: W1-S2KU19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2024/2025
  • summer semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the module is to present a reflection on film and media as a specific discipline of the humanities. As part of the module, the student becomes familiar with the great methodological systems of the humanities and their application in film and new media studies; he/she is also introduced to the basic cognitive categories of broadly understood media knowledge applied in various specific disciplines, such as film anthropology, analysis and interpretation, film historical research methodology.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
acquires competences as a methodological and theoretical foundation for the knowledge of the functioning of cinema and new media [K_01]
 W1-K02SN_K04 [4/5]
is able to identify the main factors influencing the development of reflection on film and cinema and new media [U_01]
 W1-K02SN_U02 [4/5]
is able to analyse and evaluate the impact of new media and audiovisual technologies on the shape of contemporary cinematographic practices [U_02]
 W1-K02SN_U05 [3/5]
has a structured and in-depth knowledge of the fundamental concepts and theoretical-cognitive issues relating to the subject matter and structure of theoretical and historical reflection on the changing methodologies of film and new media research [W_01]
 W1-K02SN_W01 [5/5]
has an in-depth knowledge of the place of theoretical-film thought in the area of the humanities and in the context of humanistic research methodology [W_02]
 W1-K02SN_W02 [5/5] W1-K02SN_W03 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W1-KU-W] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02]  		exam K_01 U_01 U_02 W_01 W_02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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