Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCRIPT WRITING TECHNIQUES | - | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 5 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | Short Cycle (Associate's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to give students the basic principles and stages of script writing; The aim of this course is to give information about the scenario, place and importance of scenario writing in cinema narrative and to make a story which they determine in the light of this information. |
| Course Content | This course contains; General presentation of the course, Scenario concept, parts of script,Scenario writer features, scenario usage areas, Stages in script writing: basic story, printing, stage draft, scenario, shooting scenario.,Story and narration, the forms of narration,Editing story items. Time, space and character relations.,Types and characters; analysis of character and conflict concepts on examples.,Character and function. Main character, side character. Methods of processing characters in scenario. Selecting, Screening, Complexity, Simplicity. Character analysis through movies,Use of time and space. The stage, the structure of the scene, the functions of the scenes, the connections between the scenes, writing the outline of the scene, creating the skeleton of the film.,Speech structure (dialogue) and other sounds in the scenario.,Time use in scenario. The continuity of the present time becomes the past, the flashbacks, the continuity of the past tense, the continuity of the future.,Evaluation of the scenarios written by the students.,script writing and examples,Project Presentation,Project Presentation. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1-Will be able to recognize the elements of classical dramatic structure and describe the structure of narrative. | 10, 16, 9 | |
| 2-The stage draft will write the scenario and shooting scenario in accordance with the rules of form. | 12, 19, 37, 4, 5 | A |
| 3-Will be able to set the stages of the scenario. | 19, 37, 5, 8, 9 | |
| 4-Writes a film story using scripting language. | 13, 14, 9 | A, E |
| 5-Based on his story, he will be able to write synopsis and treatment according to the rules of form. | 16, 19, 5, 8, 9 |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General presentation of the course, Scenario concept, parts of script | |
| 2 | Scenario writer features, scenario usage areas | |
| 3 | Stages in script writing: basic story, printing, stage draft, scenario, shooting scenario. | |
| 4 | Story and narration, the forms of narration | |
| 5 | Editing story items. Time, space and character relations. | |
| 6 | Types and characters; analysis of character and conflict concepts on examples. | |
| 7 | Character and function. Main character, side character. Methods of processing characters in scenario. Selecting, Screening, Complexity, Simplicity. Character analysis through movies | |
| 8 | Use of time and space. The stage, the structure of the scene, the functions of the scenes, the connections between the scenes, writing the outline of the scene, creating the skeleton of the film. | |
| 9 | Speech structure (dialogue) and other sounds in the scenario. | |
| 10 | Time use in scenario. The continuity of the present time becomes the past, the flashbacks, the continuity of the past tense, the continuity of the future. | |
| 11 | Evaluation of the scenarios written by the students. | |
| 12 | script writing and examples | |
| 13 | Project Presentation | |
| 14 | Project Presentation |
| Resources |
| Instructor's lecture notes |
| 1-Cinema and T.V. For Screenwriting - Alan A. Armer, 2-Script Writing - William Miller |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | To be able to understand the basic concepts of Radio and Television. | X | |||||
| 2 | Will be able to master general action in radio and tlevision systems | X | |||||
| 3 | Will be able to master legislation of radio and television systems | X | |||||
| 4 | Will be able to obtain basic law and business ethics. | X | |||||
| 5 | Will be able to obtain written and verbal informations | X | |||||
| 6 | Will be able to comment and evaluate concerning with course of legislation | X | |||||
| 7 | Will be pursuit and dissolution on account of transaction and affairs of legislation | X | |||||
| 8 | Wiil be able to know English and information technology required to provide services. | X | |||||
| 9 | Will be able to apply radio and tlevision process in the direct of course information, in accordance with team work or self study. | X | |||||
| 10 | Will be able to obtain ability of making a decision autonomously and using initiative. | X | |||||
| 11 | Will be able to know importance of life long learning, following changings about social insurance and obtain ability of evaluation. | X | |||||
| 12 | Will be able to verbalisation and deposition about radio and television. | X | |||||
| 13 | Will be able to reply by using information technologies to other persons and institues. | X | |||||
| 14 | Will be able to maintain process about social insurance in accordance with abilities. | X | |||||
| 15 | Will be able to be aware of professional ethics, responsibility, quality, law and treat fairly. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 4 | 16 | 64 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 2 | 6 | 12 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 12 | 12 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 140 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(140/30) | 5 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCRIPT WRITING TECHNIQUES | - | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 5 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | Short Cycle (Associate's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to give students the basic principles and stages of script writing; The aim of this course is to give information about the scenario, place and importance of scenario writing in cinema narrative and to make a story which they determine in the light of this information. |
| Course Content | This course contains; General presentation of the course, Scenario concept, parts of script,Scenario writer features, scenario usage areas, Stages in script writing: basic story, printing, stage draft, scenario, shooting scenario.,Story and narration, the forms of narration,Editing story items. Time, space and character relations.,Types and characters; analysis of character and conflict concepts on examples.,Character and function. Main character, side character. Methods of processing characters in scenario. Selecting, Screening, Complexity, Simplicity. Character analysis through movies,Use of time and space. The stage, the structure of the scene, the functions of the scenes, the connections between the scenes, writing the outline of the scene, creating the skeleton of the film.,Speech structure (dialogue) and other sounds in the scenario.,Time use in scenario. The continuity of the present time becomes the past, the flashbacks, the continuity of the past tense, the continuity of the future.,Evaluation of the scenarios written by the students.,script writing and examples,Project Presentation,Project Presentation. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1-Will be able to recognize the elements of classical dramatic structure and describe the structure of narrative. | 10, 16, 9 | |
| 2-The stage draft will write the scenario and shooting scenario in accordance with the rules of form. | 12, 19, 37, 4, 5 | A |
| 3-Will be able to set the stages of the scenario. | 19, 37, 5, 8, 9 | |
| 4-Writes a film story using scripting language. | 13, 14, 9 | A, E |
| 5-Based on his story, he will be able to write synopsis and treatment according to the rules of form. | 16, 19, 5, 8, 9 |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General presentation of the course, Scenario concept, parts of script | |
| 2 | Scenario writer features, scenario usage areas | |
| 3 | Stages in script writing: basic story, printing, stage draft, scenario, shooting scenario. | |
| 4 | Story and narration, the forms of narration | |
| 5 | Editing story items. Time, space and character relations. | |
| 6 | Types and characters; analysis of character and conflict concepts on examples. | |
| 7 | Character and function. Main character, side character. Methods of processing characters in scenario. Selecting, Screening, Complexity, Simplicity. Character analysis through movies | |
| 8 | Use of time and space. The stage, the structure of the scene, the functions of the scenes, the connections between the scenes, writing the outline of the scene, creating the skeleton of the film. | |
| 9 | Speech structure (dialogue) and other sounds in the scenario. | |
| 10 | Time use in scenario. The continuity of the present time becomes the past, the flashbacks, the continuity of the past tense, the continuity of the future. | |
| 11 | Evaluation of the scenarios written by the students. | |
| 12 | script writing and examples | |
| 13 | Project Presentation | |
| 14 | Project Presentation |
| Resources |
| Instructor's lecture notes |
| 1-Cinema and T.V. For Screenwriting - Alan A. Armer, 2-Script Writing - William Miller |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | To be able to understand the basic concepts of Radio and Television. | X | |||||
| 2 | Will be able to master general action in radio and tlevision systems | X | |||||
| 3 | Will be able to master legislation of radio and television systems | X | |||||
| 4 | Will be able to obtain basic law and business ethics. | X | |||||
| 5 | Will be able to obtain written and verbal informations | X | |||||
| 6 | Will be able to comment and evaluate concerning with course of legislation | X | |||||
| 7 | Will be pursuit and dissolution on account of transaction and affairs of legislation | X | |||||
| 8 | Wiil be able to know English and information technology required to provide services. | X | |||||
| 9 | Will be able to apply radio and tlevision process in the direct of course information, in accordance with team work or self study. | X | |||||
| 10 | Will be able to obtain ability of making a decision autonomously and using initiative. | X | |||||
| 11 | Will be able to know importance of life long learning, following changings about social insurance and obtain ability of evaluation. | X | |||||
| 12 | Will be able to verbalisation and deposition about radio and television. | X | |||||
| 13 | Will be able to reply by using information technologies to other persons and institues. | X | |||||
| 14 | Will be able to maintain process about social insurance in accordance with abilities. | X | |||||
| 15 | Will be able to be aware of professional ethics, responsibility, quality, law and treat fairly. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |