Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The learning outcomes below define the knowledge, skills and competences the student is expected to acquire from the course.

Knowledge
- Students will have a good understanding of key concepts and the recent history of contemporary art
- Students will have a good understanding of the social and institutional framework of contemporary art
- Students will be aware of a wide range of artistic practices and artists working in the field

Skills and competences
- Students will be able to recognize specificities of contemporary art and to articulate their views about it
- Students will be able to critically analyze and interpret contemporary artworks 
- Students will be able to recognize and make statements about the roles and relationships between various actors in contemporary art
- Students will be able to critically reflect upon the concepts of public sphere and democratic participation
- Students will be able to apply this knowledge and theoretical awareness into a practical context

 

Credits: 5

Schedule: 10.09.2020 - 03.12.2020

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Jaana Brinck, Kaija Kaitavuori

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Jaana Brinck, Kaija Kaitavuori

Contact information for the course (valid 18.08.2020-21.12.2112):

Kaija Kaitavuori 0405473573 kaija.kaitavuori@aalto.fi

CEFR level (applies in this implementation):

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Teaching language: English

Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    This course investigates contemporary art within the framework of its institutions and structures of production. It takes as its starting point the diverse forms of contemporary art and the way they change the roles of the artist and the spectator as well as the operation of art institutions. Through some key texts and theoretical concepts, connected with concrete material and practical work, we will explore themes such as art in public space, participation, art and democracy, social engagement, and collective production of art. The course will include classroom teaching, readings, student assignments, site visits, and a study project.

Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Assessment methods include Reading Reflections (20%), Discussion (20%), Classroom Presentations (20%), and Final Project (40%)

Workload
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Small group contact 48 h, independent and group work 87 h

DETAILS

Study Material
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Literature, videos and artworks

Substitutes for Courses
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    TAI-E4014 Contemporary Art and Its Social Context

Prerequisites
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    None

SDG: Sustainable Development Goals

    16 Peace and Justice Strong Institutions