COLLABORATIVE PRINCIPLES

Description

This module introduces students to a range of collaborative strategies and practices towards the generation of new, original work in a variety of forms. Rooted in explorations of play, risk, impulse and trust, the module allows students to work as an ensemble, and to develop their creativity through listening, observation, reflection, problem-solving, and an increasing sensitivity towards the needs of others. Content will vary according to staff expertise and availability. Content may include (but is not limited to) the following: Practical classes in collaborative ensemble work (e.g. Viewpoints and other physical approaches to devising) Storytelling project exploring devised ensemble storytelling. Practical classes in contact improvisation Small-scale verbatim project Development of the working journal through reflection and documentation. Introduce the key principles of imagination and play, ensemble work, and creative risk. Introduce the key principles and methods of collaborative devised work Introduce the basics of storytelling Introduce the working journal to collate and curate creative research Inspire an open, generous, and playful approach to the creation of new original work Build a solid foundation for creative work at Level 5 Attributes Developed Ref 001 Begin a resourceful and resilient approach to problem solving, using creative thinking and solutions. CPT EMPLOYABILITY, SUSTAINABILITY, RESOURCEFULNESS & RESILIENCE 002 Show awareness of the responsibilities of the artist in the creative environment, and the need for sensitivity towards others. CKPT EMPLOYABILITY, GLOBAL, SUSTAINABILITY, RESOURCEFULNESS & RESILIENCE 003 Demonstrate effective collaborative and individual working practices within a creative process. CKPT EMPLOYABILITY, GLOBAL, DIGITAL, SUSTAINABILITY, RESOURCEFULNESS & RESILIENCE 004 Use self-reflection to evaluate and articulate own learning journey. CKPT EMPLOYABILITY, GLOBAL, DIGITAL, SUSTAINABILITY, RESOURCEFULNESS & RESILIENCE 005 Build awareness of intercultural, global, social and ethical issues within the creative industries. CKPT EMPLOYABILITY, GLOBAL, DIGITAL, SUSTAINABILITY, RESOURCEFULNESS & RESILIENCE