Semiotics
semiotics |ˌsēmēˈätiks, ˌsemē-, ˌsemˌī-|pluralnoun
the study of signs and symbols and their use or interpretation.
Key Concept
Aesthetics
Related Concepts
Narrative
Communication
Genre
Global Context
Personal and Cultural Expression
Statement of Inquiry
Symbols and conventions communicate a narrative within a specific genre.
Assessment
Assessment takes place as an ongoing process throughout the unit in the form of practical activities and written tasks, an end of unit performance, evaluation and reflection will also be assessed.
You will be assessed on:
the study of signs and symbols and their use or interpretation.
Key Concept
Aesthetics
Related Concepts
Narrative
Communication
Genre
Global Context
Personal and Cultural Expression
Statement of Inquiry
Symbols and conventions communicate a narrative within a specific genre.
Assessment
Assessment takes place as an ongoing process throughout the unit in the form of practical activities and written tasks, an end of unit performance, evaluation and reflection will also be assessed.
You will be assessed on:
- your practical interpretation of Edgar Allen Poe’s Tell Tale Heart,
- your chosen performance style/genre,
- how well you communicate an idea/theme through technical aspects (lighting, set, props, costume and music),
- how well you demonstrate an understanding of performance space, voice, characterization & dramatic tension,
- how well you plan, investigate and demonstrate this though brainstorms, storyboards, etc.,
- record this process in your Process Journal (PJ) using specialist terminology,
- reflect upon and evaluate your work throughout the creative process in your PJ.