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| Code | RTS706 |
| Name | Experimental Methods in Film Studies |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Term | Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Süleyman Kıvanç TÜRKGELDİ
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to integrate new narrative forms produced through videographic methods as academic research tools in film studies and explore how these methods can be used in film criticism and academic production. Students will gain the ability to apply videographic research methodologies in practice by analyzing new formats such as video essay and academic filmmaking. The course aims to encourage not only written but also audiovisual engagement with film theories, fostering knowledge production through creative practice.
Course Content
This course explores experimental methods in film studies, focusing on knowledge production through videographic tools. It examines the methodological and theoretical foundations of new formats such as video essay, videographic criticism, and academic filmmaking. The course also introduces the application of performative methodologies in film research, encouraging students to develop an argument and apply it in a visual-audio research method. Students will analyze how video essay and videographic criticism function as knowledge production tools within cinema and media studies. Additionally, they will engage in practical projects to apply these methodologies in their own videographic research. The course provides a methodological research space centered on film theory, audiovisual analysis, and creative academic production.
Course Precondition
No Prerequisites.
Resources
Baker, U. (2015). Beyin Ekran (3. b.). (T. Bora, & K. Ünüvar, Dü) İstanbul, Türkiye: Birikim. Dougless, K., & Carless, D. (2013). An invitation to performative research. Methodological Innovations Online, 8(1), 53-64. Eisner, E. (2008). Art and Knowledge. J. G. Knowles, & A. L. Cole içinde, Handbook of the arts in qualitative research (s. 3-12). California: Sage Poblications. Frampton, D. (2013). Filmozofi. (C. Soydemir, Çev.) İstanbul: Metis. Grant, C. (2016). The audiovisual essay as performative research. NECSUS European Journal of Media Studies, 5(2), 255-265. doi:10.25969/mediarep/3370. Gürkan, İ. (2019). Film Çalışmalarında Eleştirinin Dönüşümü: Görsel-İşitsel Denemeler (Audiovisual Essay). Sinefilozofi, 4(8), 284-303. doi:10.31122/sinefilozofi.633100 Haseman, B. (2006). A Manifesto for performative research. Media International Australia incorporating Culture and Policy; (118), 98-106. Havelock, E. (2014). Yunan Mirası. D. Crowley, & P. Heyer (Dü) içinde, İletişim Tarihi (B. Ersöz, Çev.). Ankara: Siyasal Yayınevi. Keathley, C. (2011). La caméra-stylo: notes on video criticism and cinephilia. A. Clayton, & A. Klevan (Dü) içinde, The Language and Style of Film Criticism (s. 176-192). New York: Routledge. Langer, S. K. (1957). Problems of art: ten philosphical lectures. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. Logan, R. K. (2014). Alfabe Etkisi. D. Crowley, & P. Heyer (Dü) içinde, İletişim Tarihi (B. Ersöz, Çev.). Ankara: Siyasal Yayınevi. Lopez, C. A., & Martin, A. (2015). The audiovisual essay as art practice. NECSUS European Journal of Media Studies, 81-83. doi:10.5117/NECSUS2015.1.LOPE McLuhan, M. (2001). Gutenberg Galaksisi: Tipografik İnsanın Oluşumu. (G. G. Çağalı, Çev.) İstanbul: Yapı Kredi Yayınları. Mcwhirter, A. (2015). Film criticism, film scholarship and the video essay. Screen, 3(56), 369-377. doi:10.1093/screen/hjv044 Polanyi, M. (2009). Tacit dimension. Chicago: The University of Chicago Press. Rowland, D. W. (2014). Giriş. D. Crowley, & P. Heyer (Dü) içinde, İletişim Tarihi (B. Ersöz, Çev.). Ankara: Siyasal Yayınevi. Saldana, J. (2005). An Introduction To Etnodrama. J. Saldana, & J. Saldana (Dü.) içinde, Ethnodrama: An Anthology of Reality Theater (s. 1-36). Walnut Creek: Altamira Press. Shambu, G. (2020). Yeni Sinefili (1. b.). (B. Demirtaş, Çev.) Eskişehir: Yort. Smith, D. (2011, Haziran 10). Mubi.com. Projectcinephilia: https://projectcinephilia.mubi.com/2011/06/10/eyes-wide-shut-notes-toward-a-new-video-criticism/
Notes
Lecture notes and sample works.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Identifies new narrative forms such as videographic criticism, video essay, and academic filmmaking. |
| LO02 | Explains the role of videographic tools in film research and their impact on knowledge production. |
| LO03 | Analyzes how performative methodology can be applied in film studies. |
| LO04 | Constructs an academic argument using film theory and videographic tools. |
| LO05 | Produces an academic video essay or video article using audiovisual tools. |
| LO06 | Compares and contrasts traditional film criticism with videographic criticism. |
| LO07 | Evaluates a videographic research project based on academic standards. |
| LO08 | Develops an original videographic project based on film theory and criticism. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Graduates have the knowledge of thinking in different fields of social sciences and adapting them into their own specialized applications and research. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Graduates use research methods and techniques applied in the field of radio, television and cinema, has theoretical and practical knowledge. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Graduates have knowledge of art, aesthetics, law and general culture related to the field. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Graduates can comprehend the connections of radio, television and cinema with society and culture. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To be able to question the relationality between radio, television and cinema, technology and society and to comprehend the changing scientific dynamics of the field. | 5 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Graduates are able to realize interdisciplinary working processes and conduct research related to the field. | 4 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Graduates are able to develop connections between art, aesthetics, law and general culture knowledge related to the field. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Graduates acquire critical thinking and interpretation skills in the field of radio, television and cinema. | 5 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Graduates carry out researches related to the field independently. | 2 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Graduates are able to lead in environments that require solving problems related to the field; organizes personal, institutional and team work. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Graduates evaluate the theoretical knowledge and skills acquired in the field with a critical approach. | 5 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Graduates guide the learning of individuals and groups under his/her responsibility. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Graduates are able to convey current developments and projects carried out in the field with appropriate communication tools. | 3 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Graduates use advanced information and communication technologies together with computer software at the level required by the field. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Graduates can establish the relationship between artistic, social, economic and political developments and the field of radio, television and cinema. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Graduates use the specialized knowledge and problem solving skills acquired in the field in interdisciplinary studies. | 2 |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Graduates publish scientific articles and papers related to the field by observing ethical values. | 3 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Invention of Video and the Practices it Changed | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma |
| 2 | The Concept of Video Essay | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 3 | Videographic Thinking | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 4 | Selection of Films to be Analyzed | Researching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 5 | Thinking Movies on a Timeline | Practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Beyin Fırtınası, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Examination of Examples | Practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma |
| 7 | Practice - 1 | Analysis of Films | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Gösteri, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 8 | Practice - 2 | Analysis of Films | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Gösteri, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 9 | Different Ways of Thinking (Splitscreen) | Practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Gösteri, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma |
| 10 | Different Ways of Thinking (Supercut) | Practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösteri |
| 11 | Different Ways of Thinking (Dissolve) | Practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösteri |
| 12 | Practice of 9'th Week's Methods | Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Deney / Laboratuvar, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 13 | Practice of 10-11'th Week's Methods | Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma |
| 14 | Selection of Studies to be done for the Final Assignment | Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Soru-Cevap |
| 15 | Preview of the work to be done for the Final Assignment | Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösteri |
| 16 | Project Deadline | Practice | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Proje / Tasarım |
| 17 | Presentation | Practice | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Sözlü Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 157 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,28 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||