SCRIPT WRITING PRACTICES PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
STV453	SCRIPT WRITING PRACTICES	5	3	3	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. ADEM ÖZER
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to give students the ability to write film script. To recognize the basic features of the concept of Dramatic Conflict and the rules to be followed in writing scripts, the choosing the right language and words, the creation of the creative idea, to develop cinema, short films and stories with examples.
Contents of the Course Unit:	To understand the differences between scenario technique with the other types of writing technique, to explore the technical, aesthetic, creative writing and meaning processes of the texts prepared for the purposes of short film, cinema text, advertising and publicity and to contribute to the use of language in a simple and in the easiest way. Students will be able to learn all stages of screen-writing and prepare for film production.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
1. To be able to comprehend the phenomenon of Dramatic Conflict.
1.1. To be able to direct the phenomenon of dramatic conflict to the construction of a story, tries to use the theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas.
1.2. Explains how to interpret and evaluate data using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field.
2. Recognizes the functions of visual language in story and narration.
2.1. To be able to name modern techniques, tools, and cinema and television technologies required for applications related to the field.
2.2. Explains how to realize a project in cinema and television using professional media and tools related to the field.
3. To recognize script techniques and types.
3.1. Distinguishes time and place in a story.
3.2. Experience writing a story in script form.
4. Recognizes the techniques of creating a character in a script.
4.1. Plans the action of the character and the progression in the story.
4.2. Comprehends the relationship between the axis character and side characters through event and scene fiction.
5. Understands the importance of dramatic conversation (dialog) in the script.
5.1. Experiences writing types of dialog.
5.2. Practices minimizing dialogues to minimize their use.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading and Research	Dramatic Conflict Concept	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
2	Reading and Research	Writing, meaning and communication	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
3	Reading and Research	Creative writing, Professional Writing Rules, Perspective detection	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
4	Reading and Research	Wordings for thought transference	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
5	Reading and Research	Story, action sequence study	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
6	Reading and Research	Creating exemplary stories using one theme	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
7	Reading and Research	Creating exemplary stories using one theme	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Reading and Research	Creating two different stories using one theme	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
10	Reading and Research	Transform story into outline	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
11	Reading and Research	Writing study from outline to story and evaluation	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
12	Reading and Research	Writing study from outline to story and evaluation	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
13	Reading and Research	Short film scenario technique	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
14	Reading and Research	Feature film scenario technique	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
15	Reading and Research	Feature film scenario technique	Lecture, Presentations, Movie Screening and Discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Chion, M. (2003). Bir Senaryo Yazmak. Istanbul: Agora Library.
Basol, O. (2017). Senaryo Kitabi: Senaryo Yazım Teknikleri ve Oykuleri Istanbul: Ithaki Publications.
Egri, L. (2012). Piyes Yazma Sanatı. Suat Taşer (çev). İstanbul: Agora Kitaplığı.
Aktulum, K. (1999). Metinlerarası İlişkiler. Ankara: Öteki Yayınevi.
Costello, J. (2010). Senaryo Yazımı. Barış Baysal (çev.). İstanbul: Kalkedon Yayınları.
Seger, L. (2015). İleri Senaryo Yazma Teknikleri. Osman Akınhay (çev.). İstanbul: Agora Kitaplığı.
Miller, W. (2016). Senaryo Yazımı - Sinema Ve Televizyon İçin. Yılmaz Büyükerşen, Nesrin Esen & Yalçın Demir (çev.). İstanbul: Hayalperest Yayınevi.
Field, S. (2019). Senaryo Sorunları ve Çözümleri. Gülden Çakır (çev.). İstanbul: Alfa Yayıncılık.
Scher, L. (2014). Senaryo Okumak. Canan Kaplan (çev.). İstanbul: Kalkedon Yayınları.
Kakınç, T. (2004). Senaryo Yazma Tekniği. İstanbul: Papirüs Yayınları.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students will be able to use the knowledge about subjects like art, design, culture and furniture history in their professional life and daily life.			2

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students will be able to define the basic concepts of design principles in interior architecture.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students will be able to analyze national and international project management and processes in interdisciplinary work with internal and external labor market (public private sector and voluntary organizations)				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students will be able to apply interior design principles and skills by taking responsibility within an individual or group.					4
2	Students will be able to use drawing methods and techniques (CAD, 3D max and visual expression programs and freehand drawing) in their design work.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students will be able to organize interior architecture, application and technical equipment projects in interdisciplinary cooperation with other professional fields			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adopting the principle of lifelong learning, students will be able to analyze possible problems and different regulations in interior design and planning areas with innovative, original and sustainable solutions.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The Interior Architecture program graduates will be able to organize unique, sustainable projects and activities in their field studies.		1
2	Students will be able to explain himself/herself in writing and speaking in Turkish and at least one foreign language in order to cooperate with related persons and institutions.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Interior Architecture program graduates; will be able to develop solutions to issues such as interior application details, furniture design and building cost management using occupational standards and legal frameworks.					4
2	Interior Architecture program graduates will be able to design sustainable, original and innovative projects for interior architecture such as conceptual design, application detail projects and furniture design in their professional fields				3
3	Students will be able to organize interior design, application details and furniture design studies with local, regional, national and cultural sensitivity and ethical values interdisciplinary studies in cooperation.			2

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	1	14
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	7	3	21
Assignment (Homework)	6	3	18
Project Work	6	3	18
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	3	3	9
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	2	2
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	1	2	2
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	52	0	126