Variable Topics in New Media and Design

Course Description

An advanced level New Media and Design course with a topical focus. Please check departmental listing for current description. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor; Notes: May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

Syllabus

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

  • Create original game-based and interactive artworks.
  • Apply experimentation, iteration, and creative problem-solving in the design process.
  • Analyze examples of participatory, experiential, and new media art.
  • Develop works that engage audiences through play, interaction, and choice.
  • Evaluate the role of technology in contemporary art practice.
  • Present and discuss creative work effectively.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure Percentage/Points
Studio Projects 50%
Process Documentation & Iteration 20%
Research, Readings & Discussions 15%
Presentations, Critiques & Participation 15%

Grading Scale:

Percentage Letter Grade
93-100A
90-92A-
87-89B+
83-86B
80-82B-
77-79C+
73-76C
70-72C-
67-69D+
63-66D
60-62D-
Below 60F

Attendance/Participation:

Regular attendance, engagement, and active participation in studio activities, critiques, discussions, workshops, and collaborative exercises are expected.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

No course materials are required.

Scholarly Perspectives

This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.