Arctic diaries. Comparative cross-cultural dialogues through artistic practice. (4cr)

Objective

The application of theory and practice towards explorations on adaptation and change, culture and environment, through artistic practice during the student's exchange period.

Content

Theories of adaptation and the exploration of visualization of space and culture via artistic exploration.

Qualifications

None other than to be an exchange student in the faculty of art and design.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Rejected (0)
The performance is very incomplete or incorrect, or contains significant misunderstandings.
Passable (1)
The performance is superficial or poorly corresponds to the assignment. In the execution, matters are dealt with unilaterally. It may contain errors or inaccuracies.
Satisfactory (2)
The performance is limited, or does not adequately correspond to the assignment. It may contain errors or inaccuracies.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good (3)
The performance corresponds to the assignment, shows understanding and the ability to analyze and justify. An overall picture of the matter has been formed, but there may be flaws in it.
Commendable (4)
The performance corresponds to the assignment, shows understanding and the ability to analyze and justify. A high-quality overall picture has been formed, but there may be some finishing touches.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5)
In the performance, a broad whole is outlined and knowledge can be applied multidimensionally or placed in different contexts. The performance shows an independent approach and insight. The performance is an intact entity that contains justified own thinking or critical reflection.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Class participation, course work completion.

Further information

Evaluation 
Pass/fail  or by grading, 5-1.

Timing
Autumn and spring 

Tutor 
Michael Jacobs 

Language of instruction 
English

Execution methods

Seminar participation (lecture and practice)48 hours. Independent field work 60 hours.

Accomplishment methods

Diary-based exploration and interaction via the arts in the arctic.