Anthropology of Photography
General data
Course ID: | 2700-ERASMUS6-ANPH |
Erasmus code / ISCED: |
15.1
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Course title: | Anthropology of Photography |
Name in Polish: | Anthropology of Photography |
Organizational unit: | Faculty of Journalism, Information and Book Studies |
Course groups: | |
ECTS credit allocation (and other scores): |
6.00
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Language: | English |
Short description: |
The course of Anthropology of Photography is focused on several topics. Its purpose is to bring basic information about the anthropology of photography. |
Full description: |
The course of anthropology of photography is focused on several topics. These are among others: The metaphor of Plato's cave and other concepts from ancient Greece Photography, travel and (post) colonialism Image or vision of the world? Photography as the Babel Library Photography after photography Photography in the era of post-humanism |
Bibliography: |
G. Badger, The Genius of Photography V. Flusser, Towards a Philosphy of Photography J. Hacking (ed.), Photography. The Whole Story F. Heine, Photography. The Groundbreaking Moments M. Marien, Photography. A Cultural History Christopher Pinney, Photography and Anthropology G. Smith, Photography and Travel |
Learning outcomes: |
After completing the course, students: KNOWLEDGE: They know the most important terms and concepts of the anthropology of photography SKILLS: They are able to analyze the role of photography in the modern world OTHER COMPETENCES: They develop their visual skills |
Assessment methods and assessment criteria: |
Students write an essay on the anthropology of photography and then present it to other clasmates as a short talk. |
Classes in period "Winter semester 2023/24" (past)
Time span: | 2023-10-01 - 2024-01-28 |
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Examination: | Grading |
Classes in period "Winter semester 2024/25" (future)
Time span: | 2024-10-01 - 2025-01-26 |
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Examination: | Grading |
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