Module Details |
| The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
| Title | POPULAR PERFORMANCE CONTEXTS | ||
| Code | MUSI303 | ||
| Coordinator |
Mr SE Stafford Music S.Stafford@liverpool.ac.uk |
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| Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
| Session 2020-21 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To gain conceptual understanding of contextual issues in pop performance. To further explore the development of tropes in pop performance via case studies. To develop critical independent research skills. |
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Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Gain conceptual knowledge of issues related to contexts in pop performance. |
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(LO2) To further explore the development of tropes in pop performance via case studies. |
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(S1) Adaptability. |
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(S2) Organisational skills. |
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(S3) Communication skills. |
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Syllabus |
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This module examines various issues relating to popular music performance, in an attempt to better understand how music has resonated with audiences, aiming for a more informed appreciation of popular music in all its forms. The specific course content will be informed by both the student cohort and the lecturer, but may include such topics as authenticity, politics, globalisation, technology, pop music teaching, pop analysis, and media and marketing. |
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Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture synchronous online (60 minutes, 12 weeks) |
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Teaching Schedule |
| Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
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12 |
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36 | |||
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| Private Study | 114 | ||||||
| TOTAL HOURS | 150 | ||||||
Assessment |
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| EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
| CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
| Outline subject area and general thrust of chosen topic There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule | 500 words | 10 | ||||
| detailed and focussed examination of approved topic There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (Whe | 500-1000 words | 20 | ||||
| Presentation, performance, and written reflective document There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedu | 30-45 min presentati | 70 | ||||
Recommended Texts |
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| Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. | |