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Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
FTV3982 | Art and Memory | Spring Fall |
3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi GÖNÜL EDA ÖZGÜL |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | none. |
Course Objectives: | This course aims to introduce students to critical perspectives on the phenomena of memory and collective/cultural memory in contemporary society through the discussion of artistic products. The students will acquire knowledge about different ways of remembering and different approaches to memory in relation with the concepts of identity, modernity and justice. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; i. acquire knowledge about different approaches to the concept of memory ii. acquire theoretical knowledge about memory iii. gain the ability to analyse the relationship between different ways of storytelling and memory iv. acquire knowledge about the modern regime of remembering v. gain the ability to think about concepts such as time, space, nation and modernity in the context of remembering vi. Learn to analyse media products, art, architecture, cinema and photography in relation with memory. |
This course explores issues about memory and remembering with its socio-economical, cultural and artistic dimensions. The questions about remembering and forgetting are discussed through cinema, art, architecture, literature, photography and history. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction to Memory Studies | |
2) | Memory and History The Importance of Remembering | |
3) | Collective Memory Halbwachs' Theory of Collective Memory and Discussion of Cultural Products | |
4) | History and Personal Memory Discussion on Trauma Memories | Reading on trauma literature |
5) | Nation and Remembering | Reading: Julian Barnes' England England |
6) | Time and Remembering | Find artistic or cultural products related with time and remembering |
7) | Space and Remembering | |
8) | Modernity and Remembering | |
9) | Exhibition Visit and Discussion on the Exhibition | |
10) | Sites of Memory | Reading - Pierre Nora - Lieux de Memoire |
11) | Sites of Memory: Historic Sites, Museums, Memorials | Visit a site of memory |
12) | Cinema, Photography and Memory | watch Alain Resnais' film Last Year at Marienbad |
13) | Art, Architecture and Memory | |
14) | Media and Remembering |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | |
References: | George Bataille - Slaughterhouse Museum Jonathan Boyarin - Remapping Memory Crang&Thrift - Thinking Space Jacques Derrida - On Cosmopolitanism and Forgiveness |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 10 | % 10 |
Project | 1 | % 20 |
Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 40 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 60 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Field Work | 1 | 6 | 6 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 10 | 3 | 30 |
Presentations / Seminar | 2 | 8 | 16 |
Project | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Midterms | 1 | 6 | 6 |
Final | 1 | 9 | 9 |
Total Workload | 119 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Being able to identify problems and ask right questions | |
2) | Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude | |
3) | Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail | |
4) | Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education | |
5) | Applying theoretical concepts in project planning | |
6) | Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork | |
7) | Increasing efficiency rate in business environment | |
8) | Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty | |
9) | Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business | |
10) | Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding | |
11) | Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology | |
12) | Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life | |
13) | Possessing managing skills and competence | |
14) | Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations | |
15) | Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment |