Master Thesis Seminar 1

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Subject guarantor:

Jiří DUFEK, Lucia KAJÁNKOVÁ

Name of lecturer(s):

Jiří DUFEK, Lucia KAJÁNKOVÁ

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

Overview of the main thought trends about film. Acquaintance with canonic writings in the main film theory currents. Preparation of one's graduation theory paper.

Mode of study:

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Prerequisites and co-requisites:

The bachelors theory paper, methodology class obligatory for the FAMU bachelor's study (or similar at other academies, colleges). Willingness to review a film (primarily the scriptwriting and dramaturgy elements) from various angles and discussion in class.

Recommended optional programme components:

Dějiny audiovizuálních teorií I, II (CAS FAMU)

Course contents:

The aim of the course is to introduce the students to the theory, methods and procedures in writing a thesis. After a general introduction to issues are regular individual consultations.

Curriculum:

1) Selection of the defined topic - its explication

2) Collection of material, bibliographic research - including internet search and use of professional databases, in principle the development of a list of sources and writings used

3) Citation methods, unification of presented data

4) Significance and proposal of an outline /introduction, body, conclusion

5) Recommended extent of the thesis, Czech and English summaries

Recommended or required reading:

Eco, Umberto, Jak napsat diplomoou práci, Votobia, Olomouc 1997

Jadwiga Šanderová - Jak číst a psát odborný text ve společenských vědách.

Elsasser-Hagener: Film Theory: An Introduction Through the Senses

Assigned writings throughout the course.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

Acquaintance with trends in film thought in introductory lectures linked to more in depth reviews of readings in group discussions where additional topics in relation to the idea of the graduation paper for students arise.

Assessment methods and criteria:

Regular (70%) attendance and participation (assignments - readings, joining in discussions). At the close - formulation of the graduation paper topic.

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Schedule for winter semester 2014/2015:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2014/2015:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Scriptwriting and Dramaturgy - Master (qualification subject)