This is an analytical paper based on the readings,and summaries. All assignments must be properly formatted with 12 pt font, page numbers and double-spaced with separate bibliography. Handwritten assignments will not be accepted. CHOOSE ONE topic below: 1) What is the relationship between form and new media art? How does form translate from one media to the next? (Make sure you define in essay what you mean by form & give an example). 2) Examine two artists in which the work of the first artist has a direct impact on the art of the second artist. Make sure to give specific examples. 3) Argue for a specific meaning of new media this definition must be built upon at least two discussions of new media from class readings. In addition, you must ground this essay in the work of at least one artist. GUIDELINES The main purpose of this assignment is to produce a research essay in which you develop a clear and well-stated argument about the work of art you are addressing, which uses the question to frame your approach. You will support this argument using the readings, summaries, and discussion from class. Outside research is encouraged where necessary, but be sure to use material of scholarly value. You will be marked on the quality of your research material. Special attention should be paid to the quality and format of your paper. WRITING STYLE When writing the paper, you should seek to express yourself in as clear a manner as possible. Whenever possible, try to restate the ideas of other thinkers in your own words. Always identify and footnote any passages taken from sources consulted and footnote ideas you have taken from other authors. Your own ideas and opinions should always be indicated through the use of the first person, “I”. For example, “I think that the comparison of the two art objects raises the following issues.” Dont try to sound smart! Communicate in a clear and concise manner. EVALUATION The emphasis of this assignment is on your ability to analyze and express your own ideas about the artist’s or designers work you are discussing in relation to the themes of the course. You will be assessed on the appropriateness of your choice of artist, the depth and synthesis of your research, the analysis of the works you are examining, and your ability to organize your thoughts clearly. Marks will be deducted if basic grammar and spelling are poor. DOCUMENTATION OF SOURCES All sources must be properly cited and a bibliography attached. Papers that do not properly document sources will receive a zero. If you use an Internet site, you must cite the full URL and the date accessed. A research paper based solely on Internet sites is not acceptable. You must also include research from the books and articles available through the library and its databases. All sources consulted must be listed in your bibliography, including those that are not directly cited as footnotes. For books you should list the author’s name, title, place of publication, publisher, date of publication. For articles, you should list author’s name, “title of article”, title of book or magazine, place of publication, publisher, date of publication.
