MDIA 2228 - Narrative and Games
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code MDIA 2228 Course Narrative and Games Coordinating Unit Media Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites At least 12 units of Level I undergraduate study Assumed Knowledge Prior 3D modelling knowledge (MDIA 1017) Assessment Participation, Written Report, Major Assignments (game prototype). Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr William Andrade
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:- Demonstrate understanding of key narrative theories
- Apply gained skills to build a digital game prototype
- Demonstrate understandings of visual and aesthetic media
- Engage with a broad range of game narrative structures
- Demonstrate understanding of relationships between sound, image and story
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 3, 5 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
2, 4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
2, 5 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
3, 5 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
3 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
All required learning resources will be made available through MyUniRecommended Resources
More information about recommended resources will be provided through MyUni.Online Learning
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course is taught using a combination of face-to-face lectures and workshops, supported by online materials.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
1 x 1-hour lecture per week 12 hours per semester
1 x 2 hour workshop per week 20 hours per semester
2 x 2-hour directed learning activity 4 hours per semester
3 hours reading per week 36 hours per semester
2 hours assignment preparation per week 24 hours per semester
3 hours individual research per week 36 hours per semester
2 hours best-practice engagement per week 24 hours per semester
TOTAL =156 hours per semesterLearning Activities Summary
The course consists of a 1-hour lecture and a 2-hour tutorial delivered weekly. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
ASSESSMENT TASK TASK TYPE WEIGHTING COURSE LEARNING OUTCOME(S) Online quizzes Formative and summative 20% 1, 4 Critical Reflective Journal Formative and summative 30% 1, 3, 4 Essay with Prototype Summative 40% 2, 3, 4, 5 Participation Formative 10% 2,5 Assessment Related Requirements
Students must submit all written assessment and practical tasks to be eligible to pass the course.Assessment Detail
Two online quizzes
Percentage of grade: 20%
Type: multiple-choice online quizzes
Critical Reflective Journal
Percentage of grade: 30%
Type: Written essay demonstrating understanding of the digital gaming context
Essay and Prototype
Percentage of grade: 40%
Type: Written journal (class diary) reporting the step-by-step digital gaming production achievements with prototype link
Participation
Percentage of grade: 10%
Type: Class engagement and discussion forum participationSubmission
All assignments must be submitted via MyUni.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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