Summer 2021 - IAT 313 D100

Narrative and New Media (3)

Class Number: 3889

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    Completion of 48 units.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Explores the role of narrative in various media and New Media environments, from traditional linear environments and multi-linear and networked media environments. Examines the relationship of narrative elements in the light of the practice and the aesthetics of New Media. It will include an overview of New Media theorists.

COURSE DETAILS:

iat313 Narrative and New Media explores the role of narrative in various media and New Media environments: both traditional linear environments and multi-linear and networked media environments. Examines the relationship of narrative elements in the light of the practice and the aesthetics of New Media. It will include an overview of New Media theorists such as Murray, Bolter & Grusin, and Zimmerman.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

Learning Activities:
The class will include lectures, screenings, class discussions, course readings, Canvas material/discussion board, writing assignments and media project assignments. 

Course Objectives: In this course students will:
•   Demonstrate a solid understanding of the principles of linear and multi-linear narrative
•   Demonstrate a solid understanding of the fundamental aesthetics of new media environments
•   Analyze the construction of traditional linear narratives (film, animation, comics, short story, graphic novels, poetry, songs, etc.)
•   Analyze multi-linear multi-media narrative aesthetics and construction (video-games, hypertext, websites, interactive video, interactive installation)
•   Plan and produce interactive narrative projects.

Grading

  • Skill Building Assignment 1 20%
  • Skill Building Assignment 2 25%
  • Final Project Portfolio 1 [team) 10%
  • Final Project Portfolio 2 [team) 10%
  • Final Project [team) 30%
  • Participation 5%

NOTES:

The main project for the course can be done by teams of up to 4. Generally the larger the group, the higher the expectations for quality work.

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

Texts, Resources & Materials:
IAT 313 Course website, textbook, discussion board and email

REQUIRED READING:

Miller, C. H. (2014). Digital Storytelling. In Digital Storytelling (3rd ed.). Focal Press. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203425923
ISBN: 9780415836944

Registrar Notes:

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TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2021

Teaching at SFU in summer 2021 will be conducted primarily through remote methods, but we will continue to have in-person experiential activities for a selection of courses.  Such course components will be clearly identified at registration, as will course components that will be “live” (synchronous) vs. at your own pace (asynchronous). Enrollment acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes. To ensure you can access all course materials, we recommend you have access to a computer with a microphone and camera, and the internet. In some cases your instructor may use Zoom or other means requiring a camera and microphone to invigilate exams. If proctoring software will be used, this will be confirmed in the first week of class.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112).