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\r\n\t\t\tObjective\r\n\t\t\tThis module introduces postwar Japanese animation and manga through several representative works of different formats and genres. These animations and manga are examined in their different approaches towards the construction of narrative, character, movement and sound. We also look at how the media convergence and structural format (form) of a particular type of media can determine the creation and direction (norms) of a certain media product. At the end of the course, you will have an understanding of the major development and characteristics of Japanese anime and manga as well as what has maintained them as popular media for over half a century.\r\n\t\t\tThe highlight of this course is the 13-day fieldtrip (3-16 July) to Fukuoka, Kitakyushu, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Takarazuka and Tokyo. You will have the opportunity to visit animation studios, meet with curators from manga and animation museums and manga and anime creators. There will be on-site lectures by local experts and course instructors. \r\n\t\t\t Course Format\r\n\t\t\tThe course comprises of 10 sessions including the tutorials and fieldtrip briefing. There is a list of recommended readings provided here. These have been carefully chosen to provide you with a good range of arguments and concepts from different disciplines, as well as diverse geographical backgrounds and trainings. Some of these readings offer broad theoretical perspectives while others discuss specific case studies. You are encouraged to browse and read them selectively to further your understanding and explore topics covered in this module. Refer to the handout “schedule box” that lists the key readings and subtopics that are covered in each session.\r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\tSession 1 The Diversity of Japanese Animation \r\n\t\t\tSession 2 Guest Lecture: Dr Marco Pellitteri (JSPS, Kobe University) - Anime Art and Anime Consumption: A Dialogue \r\n\t\t\tSession 3 The Balance Between Artistic Expression and Commercial Norms \r\n\t\t\tSession 4 Practical Knowledge of Animation Production Process \r\n\t\t\tSession 5 Discussing the Norms and Conventions in Anime – Why The Adult Empire Strikes Back Shin-chan Movie is Special \r\n\t\t\tSession 6 Field Trip Briefing \r\n\t\t\tSession 7 Child vs. Adult-Oriented Themes in Toei, Mushi Productions and Studio Ghibli \r\n\t\t\tSession 8 Anime Series and Authorship \r\n\t\t\tSession 9 Personal Consultation & Prep for Photo Journal Presentation \r\n\t\t\tSession 10 Final Presentation (open to friends and colleagues) | \r\n\t\t
\r\n\t\t\tEvaluation\r\n\t\t\tAssessment and what to expect from this class:\r\n\t\t\tThis course provides the opportunity for a rigorous examination of some aspects in the world of Japanese animation. This module requires considerable time for preparation, active critical engagement and analytical discussion. Skills in visual analysis will be developed, including analyzing images by close examination of the structural characteristics of the medium. This module considers a number of significant animated films from the 1960s until today which will challenge you to reconsider the notion of Japanese anime as it exists within Japan and overseas. \r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t1) Attendance and Participation 20% \r\n\t\t\tThis class requires you to be ON TIME on all occasions and actively participate in every class assignment and analytical discussion. Please take note: this requirement is strictly applied to all activities during the field trip. You are expected to post constructive comments and thoughts onto our blog as well as maintain a shared travelling diary throughout our field trip. \r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t2) Photo Journal 30% (Group) \r\n\t\t\tYou are to prepare three (3) photo journals and post them onto our designated blog. Each photo should come with a title and caption. The word limit (excluding the title) is 200-350 per assignment. All three entries should be completed and posted online during the field trip period. \r\n\t\t\tYour photo journal could be anything from a street scene to some visitors taking photos of the Totoro sculpture in the Ghibli Museum. This exercise invites you to be curious and analytical throughout the trip. Observe carefully the places we are visiting while documenting some of those moments with your camera creatively. Each assignment should relate to our main theme that is Japanese animation, manga or Japanese popular culture in general. \r\n\t\t\tPlease keep in mind that the stories and concepts behind these photo journals are meant to be stimuli for you to further develop relevant topics in your individual “photo essay”. \r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t3) Field Trip Project 20% (Individual) \r\n\t\t\tPick one of the places from the field trip itinerary and write a report of 500-750 words. This assignment is to prepare you with some quick research about the places we are going to visit in Japan. In the course of preparing for this report, you are required to read the official website of the company or facility (for example, Tezuka Manga Museum, Kyoto International Manga Museum…). There should be at least ONE non-internet source cited in your report. \r\n\t\t\tThe straightforward compiling and repeating of information is boring and NON-CONSTRUCTIVE. Try to develop a theme or issue (that is under media attention) based on your respective topic. \r\n\t\t\tSubmit the typed and printed copy in class. Make sure your report is articulate and free of typos and simple grammatical mistakes. Remember, if you don’t understand the point of your own report, no one will. Clearly label the assignment with the module name, your name and student ID number. Late submission will not be entertained. \r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t4) Photo Essay and Presentation 30% (Individual) \r\n\t\t\tYou are to prepare a photo essay with FOUR (4) photographs and post it onto our blog. The length of the essay is 500-750 words. The photographs should be used to support your discussion. Your photo essay should address an issue or question. You could further develop the themes and issues from our weekly lectures. Avoid just describing an event and make your photo essay informative, concise, analytical and fun to read. You should make connections among things we learned in the course and on our field trip in Japan. \r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t5) Important Due Dates \r\n\t\t\tThe submission time is 23:59 according to the city we are located.\r\n\t\t\t
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