ENG 3307 - Acting and Screenwritting

Catalogue des cours de Langues et Sciences Humaines

Code

CUGE ENG 3307

Niveau

L3

Population

1ère Année Management,Bachelor 1ère année,1ère Année Télécom

Semestre

Fall

Domaine

Anglais

Langue

Anglais/English

Crédits ECTS

3

Heures programmées

36

Charge de travail

60

Coordonnateur(s)

Département

  • Langues et Sciences Humaines

Equipe pédagogique

Introduction

Welcome to the cinema and theatre world! Our primary goal over the semester will be to watch carefully and analyse David Lynch’s film Mulholland Drive. The course will then go on to present the different basic concepts of screenwriting followed by an application of these theories: indeed, students will write a scene in small groups which will be discussed, criticized and performed in front of the class.

This course will also introduce students to different basic drama exercises such as warming-up, trust-building or concentration games and present various improvisation games. In the words of Alan Maley and Alan Duff in Drama techniques in language learning, students will be encouraged to “use the skills we most need when speaking a language: adaptability, speed of reaction, sensitivity to tone, in one word appropriateness.”

Acquis d'apprentissage

ILO17 Communicate and collaborate in different contexts

(GA11) Decipher expectations (issues, interests) of different partners
(GA12) Use culturally appropriate methods to speak, interact sensitively, and get messages across
(GA14) Produce efficient 'language acts' appropriate to both audience and objective (emails, reports, essays, minutes, presentations, meetings etc.)

Detailed Rubrics:

• Identify and explain claims and evidence within an argument.
• Develop a paragraph that includes a claim and evidence supporting the claim.
• Write a thesis statement that requires proof or defense and that may preview the structure of the argument.
• Describe the line of reasoning and explain whether it supports an argument’s overarching thesis.
• Recognize and explain the use of methods of development to accomplish a purpose.
• Develop a line of reasoning and commentary that explains it throughout an argument.
• Use appropriate methods of development to advance an argument.
• Write introductions and conclusions appropriate to the purpose and context of the rhetorical situation

Contenu

LG5 Global Awareness. Being open (minded) to others and to the world, and looking for positive societal impact

Attentes du cours

Learners are expected to show self-respect, respect for others, and give their best at all times.

Learners should be ready for a high degree of interaction: in pairs, groups and in open class environments. Discussion will be the norm and everyone is expected to contribute in every class.

Learners should arrive to class ready to participate with the necessary materials

Use of all electronic devices is forbidden unless indicated otherwise.

Punctuality / Attendance:
Attendance is obligatory for all courses and exercises. Attendance will be registered at every session, with non-attendance impacting learner grades.

Learners are expected to be ready to start on time for each session. This means arriving prepared to work at least a few minutes early for class.

Learners arriving after the start time may be admitted to class (at the discretion of the teacher), but will be marked as late (impacting presence grade). Learners arriving 5 (or more) minutes late will be marked absent for the entire class. The same rules apply in returning from breaks.

It is the responsibility of the learner to make up for any and all missed work.

Participation:
Participation grades are based on the following criteria:
• Punctuality: on-time and ready-to-work (non-disruptive in time-keeping)
• Motivation: Only speaking English in Class, no use of translation tools
• Collaborative: Interacting appropriately during pair/group work
• Engagement: Participating appropriately in whole-class activities
• Focus: Remaining focused during teacher input and on class tasks
• Committed to Homework: Homework delivered on time and to the best of ability.
• Positive: Contributing to positive class atmosphere


Academic Integrity:
Chaque travail soumis pour notation doit être créé uniquement par l'apprenant et sans l'aide de correcteurs et/ou traducteurs automatiques de langue et sans l’aide d’outils de texte génératif, sauf indication expresse et contraire de l’enseignant. Tout travail présentant des signes caractéristiques de tels usages, non conforme au niveau de l'apprenant, se verra attribuer une note de 0/20. La décision finale sera prise par l'enseignant et le coordinateur du cours.

Evaluation

All Grading will be on a scale of 0 to 20, unless otherwise stated.

The CF makes up 1/3 of the final grade for the module (UV/UE).
The CC makes up 2/3 of the final grade for the module (UV/UE). This CC grade is made up of equal parts ‘PP’ grade (Presence & Participation), and ‘CC*’ Grade (3 Selected Classroom assignments, as detailed by the teacher: 2 Written Production assignments, and 1 Presentation).

Presence Grade: Learners will receive credit for attending class regularly, up to a maximum of 1/6 of their total grade. Unjustified absences will thus have a direct impact on a learner’s overall grade.
Participation Grade: Learners will be assessed on their participation in class, according to the criteria in ‘classroom expectations’

Validating the tandem program will add 2 bonus points to a learner’s CC grade of the corresponding language course.

CEFR Grade (A1-C2)
Learners will be continuously assessed as to their language level relative to CEFR criteria.
There is NO DIRECT RELATION between a learner’s CC*/CF/PP and their CEFR level.

Une absence non justifiée au CF1 par le service de scolarité centrale entraîne la note 0/20.

CF2
En cas d’échec (note finale inférieure à 10) au CF1, un Contrôle Final 2 (CF2) est organisé.
A LSH, la note de CF2 ne remplace QUE la note du CF1 et, lorsque votre absence au CF1 n'est pas justifiée par la scolarité centrale de votre école, alors votre note finale de module (UV/UE) est plafonnée à 13/20 (donc CC+CF2).
Pour plus d'informations, voir sur le blog LSH : https://lsh.imt-bs.blog/

Grades are subject to moderation by the course coordinator. The value of grades may increase or decrease.

Approches pédagogiques

Pedagogical materials (non-contractual):
Learners will analyse a range of supports from different media sources.

Texts: Learners will be supplied with texts from differing sources and of differing lengths. Learners will be asked to analyse, deconstruct, and/or reconstruct according to the objective at hand. Learners will be asked to produce texts conforming to the genre studied.
Learners may be asked to read aloud for practice in pronunciation. Full effort is required for pronunciation practice, so a ‘theatre’ mindset is required.
While studying texts, learners should make notes / highlight unknown words, phrases and rhetorical devices during reading to ask questions during the class
New Media: Short videos or digital media will be presented in class with associated questions / tasks based on the input. Learners should take notes on content during all presentation unless otherwise instructed.
Interactive: Any interactive material will require autonomous participation from the learner. However, the learner must signal problems and/or questions to the teacher at the earliest opportunity.
Collaborative: Group projects will be conducted regularly, and learners will generally NOT be allowed to chose their group. This is to respect diversity and group dynamics. It is the group’s responsibility to make sure that all members conduct an equal amount of work.
Peer-grading: Learners may be asked to grade each other’s work based on objective criteria, and provide feedback. Learners are encouraged to grade honestly to better help their colleagues.
Vocabulary journaling / revision: Learners should keep a vocabulary log and self-test on learned vocabulary throughout the semester.
Homework: Allows for revision of, and preparation for, content studied in class. Homework assignments are considered mandatory.

Programme

Programme grande école,Programme Ingénieur,Programme Bachelor

Plan du cours

(Please note that this sequence is subject to change. Learners should consult their email and the class moodle page regularly to stay aware of changes)

S01 Introduction to course, theme and preliminary exploration of key issues
S02 Introduction to key theme issues / Rhetoric I: Key objectives
S03 Rhetoric II - preparing CC1
S04 CC1 (written) / Presenting I: Key objectives
S05 Review & feedback of CC1 / Presentations II
S06 [Flexi-session I : responsive to learner needs]
S07 CC3 (Presentation) / Cover Letter project
S08 CC3 (Presentation) / Cover Letter peer-review / Rhetoric III
S09 CC3 (Presentation) / Rhetoric IV - Citations & Preparing CC2
S10 CC2 (written) / Editing / Catchup session
S11 Review and revision for CF / [Flexi-session : responsive to learner needs]
S12 CF