LITT06010 2019 Digital Storytelling 2
Full Title
Digital Storytelling 2
Transcript Title
Digital Storytelling 2
Code
LITT06010
Attendance
75 %
Subject Area
LITT - 0232 Literature
Department
YADA - Yeats Academy Art Dsgn & Arch
Level
06 - Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Una Mannion, Emmet O'Doherty, Tom Weir
Programme Membership
SG_HWRIT_H08 201900 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Writing and Literature
SG_HWLIT_H08 202000 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Writing and Literature
SG_HWLIT_H08 202300 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Writing and Literature
SG_HWRIT_H08 202300 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Writing and Literature
SG_GPERS_S06 202400 Certificate in Personal and Vocational Development
SG_GPERS_S06 202500 Certificate in Personal and Vocational Development
Description
This module builds upon the introductory work in Digital Storytelling 1.The module explores new methods of working with text, with a focus on the screen. We will work both online as well as in animation and video. The module collaborates with the work undertaken in the Writing and Practice: Short Story module in that the students work on a short form documentary for the second half of the module.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Build a basic author website using an online CMS.
2.
Animate text in combination with video.
3.
Research and gather material online for use in a documentary.
4.
Develop further their skills in storytelling using video editing software.
5.
Be able to promote and share their content online appropriately.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
This will be a series of practical hands-on workshops with demonstrations. The students will learn by doing, with support from the tutor, the many ways in which digital tools can manipulate and present text to the reader.
Module Assessment Strategies
Engagement in the class is key to a successful outcome, the various assignments will consist in a presentation, a website built, an animation and a short documentary.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat attend
Indicative Syllabus
We will explore the various digital tools available for writers.
The students will research author websites and present to the class.
We will explore the various options available for basic website building and students will develop personal websites.
We will explore animating text, use of green screen and combining these animations with existing video.
The students will make a short documentary in consort with their Writing and Practice: Short Story module.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Engagement | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 10 % | End of Semester | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| 2 | Presentation | Project | Assignment | 10 % | End of Semester | 1 |
| 3 | Website | Project | Assignment | 20 % | End of Semester | 1,5 |
| 4 | Animation | Project | Assignment | 20 % | End of Semester | 2,3,4 |
| 5 | Short Documentary | Project | Assignment | 40 % | End of Semester | 2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop / Seminar | Computer Laboratory | Digital Storytelling | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independent Learning | 6 | Weekly | 6.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.00 Hours
Part Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop / Seminar | Computer Laboratory | Digital Storytelling | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independent Learning | 6 | Weekly | 6.00 |
Total Part Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.00 Hours
Module Resources
URL Resources
https://wordpress.com/start/user?ref=homepage
https://www.weebly.com/ie
https://www.wix.com/
https://daringfireball.net/projects/markdown/
https://marked2app.com/
https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener/overview
https://www.finaldraft.com/