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| Code | STA1721 |
| Name | Art Criticism and Methods 1 |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | . Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Leman KALAY |
Course Goal / Objective
The primary objective of the Art Criticism and Methods course is to provide students with an in-depth knowledge and skill set for analyzing and critiquing artworks. Throughout this course, students will extensively learn the fundamental theories, methodologies, and approaches in the field of art criticism. The course aims to engage students in a multifaceted examination of artworks, assessing these works within historical, cultural, social, and theoretical contexts. By imparting critical skills such as critical thinking, analytical interpretation, and visual literacy, the course seeks to develop students into effective and informed practitioners in the practice of art criticism. Furthermore, this course is designed to enhance students' critical perspectives, enabling them to produce independent and original critiques in both academic and professional arenas.
Course Content
The Art Criticism and Methods course comprehensively covers fundamental theories, methodologies, and critical approaches in the field of art criticism. The curriculum includes the history of art criticism, visual and formal analysis techniques, as well as the historical and cultural contexts of art alongside contemporary criticism practices. Students will engage in practical analyses of various artworks to enhance their critical thinking, writing, and academic presentation skills. Additionally, ethical considerations and professionalism in criticism will also be integral parts of the course. This course aims to provide students with an in-depth perspective on art criticism and to equip them to produce effective critiques in both academic and professional settings.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Eroğlu Ö., Sanat Eleştirisi Nedir? Ersoy A. Sanat Eleştirisi
Notes
Articles, Journals, Thesis, etc.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | 1. • Students will understand the history of art criticism and the contributions of key critics in detail. |
| LO02 | Developing Critical Thinking Skills: • Students will enhance their critical thinking skills while analyzing various artworks. |
| LO03 | Examining the Formal Elements of Visual Arts: • Students will identify the visual and formal elements in artworks and assess how these elements contribute to the overall meaning of the work. |
| LO04 | Evaluating Art in Historical and Cultural Contexts: • Students will evaluate and interpret artworks within their historical and cultural contexts. |
| LO05 | Applying Contemporary Criticism Approaches: • Students will learn contemporary criticism theories and methodologies and apply them. |
| LO06 | Enhancing Critical Writing Skills: • Students will be able to prepare effective critical writings. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To have current technical and technological knowledge about the field. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To have knowledge and knowledge about contemporary art. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To have high artistic and cultural knowledge. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To be able to participate in team work of different disciplines and to benefit from field information. | 5 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends the importance of experimenting with different materials, techniques and forms of expression, and interactional processes. | 5 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses different experiences related to the field in creative applications | |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Researches and applies different material techniques and forms of expression | |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Artists from different disciplines produce joint projects with designers. | 5 |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Explains theoretical approaches and concepts related to scientific and application areas. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops solution-generating thoughts and methods related to the field. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Develops interdisciplinary relations and designs multi-disciplinary studies. | |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Plans, implements and exhibits original works and designs. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | He/she shares his/her original thoughts on a problem he/she has determined by using verbal and visual data. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It contributes to the processes of protection and promotion of cultural values. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It reflects its sensitivity towards cultural, social and environmental problems in its practices. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It contributes to sustainability, innovation and entrepreneurship. | |
| PLO17 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The student who takes this course knows a foreign language at a level to support their research in the fields of art and design. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | What is Art Criticism? The history of art criticism and basic concepts. | Identification of project issues | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | The Role and Function of Art. Discussing the place and functions of art in society. | Identification of project issues | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım |
| 3 | Critical Thinking. Developing critical thinking skills. | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma |
| 4 | Analysis of Artworks. Detailed analysis of various artworks. | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Visual Analysis Techniques.Analysis methods for visual art criticism. | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 6 | Structural Analysis. Examining structural elements in artworks. | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Formal Analysis. Focus on form, composition, and style. | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | A draft of a critique proposal will be presented. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Proje / Tasarım |
| 9 | Content Analysis. Analysis of themes and symbols in artworks. | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Historical Context. Evaluating artworks in their historical and cultural context. | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma |
| 11 | Contemporary Art Criticism. Contemporary art world and its criticism. | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Anlatım |
| 12 | The Role of the Critic. The place and importance of the art critic in the art world. | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Writing Criticism.How to write a good critique? | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Critical Discussions. In-class critical discussions and workshops. | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 15 | Criticism in the Art World.The impact of art criticisms in the art world. | Prepared from the sources given and come. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Presenting a critique | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
| 17 | Term Exams | Presenting a critique | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 8 | 16 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 138 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,52 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||