Major Project

Objectives - Learning Results:
Upon the successful completion of the course, the students should be able to:
1. Master their chosen artistic research area, merging theory and practice.
2. Independently conduct innovative artistic research, showcasing advanced creative skills.
4. Integrate theory into their artistic practice, demonstrating conceptual depth.
5. Present and defend their artistic research coherently in academic or artistic contexts.
6. Navigate creative challenges, exhibiting adaptability and innovation.
7. Execute a substantial artistic project with adept time management.
8. Uphold ethical standards in artistic creation and academic discourse.

Syllabus:

Creative output can be produced, or practice undertaken, as an integral part of the research process. However, the outcomes of practice must be accompanied by documentation of the research process, as well as some form of textual analysis or explanation to support its position and to demonstrate critical reflection. The final outcome, also called dissertation, has approximately 15,000-25,000 words.

The course includes the following topics:
1. Tuning the research topics I. Guidance session (videoconference). Initial report.
2. Tuning the research topics II. Check-in session (text-based conference). Week progress report: sources and reflections.
3. Literature review and research I. Guidance session (videoconference). Week progress report: sources and reflections.
4. Literature review and research II. Check-in session (text-based conference). Week progress report: sources and reflections.
5. Data collection and analysis I. Guidance session (videoconference). Week progress report: sources and reflections.
6. Data collection and analysis II. Check-in session (text-based conference). Week progress report: sources and reflections.
7. Drafting and methodology I. Guidance session (videoconference). Week progress report: sources and reflections.
8. Drafting and methodology II. Check-in session (text-based conference). Week progress report: sources and reflections.
9. Writing and revision I. Guidance session (videoconference). Week progress report: sources and reflections.
10. Writing and revision II. Check-in session (text-based conference). Week progress report: sources and reflections.
11. Writing and revision III. Check-in session (text-based conference). Week progress report: sources and reflections.
12. Final revisions, formatting and submission. Guidance session (videoconference). Week progress report: sources and reflections.
13. Presentation and defense. Evaluation session (videoconference). Final reflective report.

Recommended Bibliography:

- Suggested bibliography:
Cornelius-White, J. H. D., Motschnig-Pitrik, R., & Lux, M. (2013). Interdisciplinary Handbook of the
Person-Centered Approach: Research and Theory. Springer Science & Business Media.
Repko, A. F., & Szostak, R. (2016). Interdisciplinary research: Process and Theory. SAGE Publications.
Repko, A. F., Newell, W. H., & Szostak, R. (2011). Case studies in interdisciplinary research. SAGE Publications.
Rolfe, G., Freshwater, D., & Jasper, M. (2010). Critical Reflection In Practice: Generating Knowledge for Care. Red Globe Press.
Schimel, J. (2012). Writing science: How to Write Papers That Get Cited and Proposals That Get Funded. OUP USA.

- Related academic journals:
Leonardo / Technoetic Arts / Performance Research / New Writing

Teaching and Learning Methods:
Distance learning

Use of Information and Communication Technologies:
Use of ICT in teaching, laboratory education, communication with students.

Grading and Evaluation Methods:

Content and research quality: 20%
Organization and structure: 20%
Academic and scholarly standards: 20%
Conclusion and recommendations: 20%
Defense: 20%