Ontario College of Art & Design

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ASOC 3B05
Talking Community
0.50 Credit(s)
Studio/Seminar
Prerequisite: 8.0 credits, including all first-year requirements (5.0 credits)
This studio/seminar introduces the related practices of community arts, relational aesthetics and social practice, and the histories, theoretical frameworks and strategies employed in the struggle for collective voice and cultural democracy. Through readings, discussions, field trips and invited guests students examine the relationship between the artist as an active, socially engaged citizen and community organizing, cultural development and social justice. Students study a range of art projects to build an in-depth understanding of critical issues related to community arts and other participatory art practices, including cultural diversity and collaborative process.
Notes: Priority in registration is given to Criticism & Curatorial Practice Majors.
Course was last updated May 14, 2014 - 2:14 PM