Hi Guys,
Does anyone know if we have been given a standard way of referencing websites in our text?
I thought it was (AUTHOR, DATE, WEBSITE ADDDRESS)
However some people and some websites have said to write ONLINE or ONLINE REFERENCE instead of the website address.
Thanks
LB x
Monday, December 27, 2010
Monday, December 20, 2010
References with regard to word count
Hi guys,
I am told that references in Chapters 1-6 are not included in the word count.
Does this mean the whole quote of the reference cited in the chapter? Or does it just mean the cititaion is not included in the word count, ie the bit in brackets?
Thanks
LB x
I am told that references in Chapters 1-6 are not included in the word count.
Does this mean the whole quote of the reference cited in the chapter? Or does it just mean the cititaion is not included in the word count, ie the bit in brackets?
Thanks
LB x
Monday, December 13, 2010
List of acting coaches and acting studios in London and Los Angeles
The following is a list of acting coaches in London and LA. I have not trained with all of them and therefore can make no personal recommendations.
London
The Actors Centre
http://www.actorscentre.co.uk/
Brian Timoney
http://www.briantimoneyacting.co.uk/
City Acting
http://www.cityacting.co.uk/index.html
Guy Retallack
http://www.guyretallack.co.uk/london_acting_coach.html
Janey Clarke
http://janeyclarkecom.art.officelive.com/default.aspx
Jon Campbell
http://www.joncampbellacting.co.uk/
Jude Alderson
http://judealdersonactingcoach.com/
Northern Spirit Creative
http://www.northernspiritcreative.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=47&Itemid=5
Rory Feeney
http://www.actingcoachlondon.com/
Stephanie Sales
http://stephaniesales.co.uk/dramacoaching
Los Angeles
Bill Howey
http://www.billhowey.com/
Catherine Carlen
http://www.catherinecarlen.com/
Doug Warhit
http://www.dougwarhit.com/
Elise Eliot
http://www.elisaeliot.com/
Holly Powell
http://www.hollypowellstudios.com/
Howard Fine
http://www.howardfine.com/
The Groundlings
http://www.groundlings.com/
Ivana Chubbuck
http://www.chubbucktechnique.com
Improv Olympic
http://west.ioimprov.com/
Lesly Kahn
http://www.leslykahn.com/2doors.html
Margie Haber
http://www.margiehaber.com
Scott Sedita
http://www.scottseditaacting.com/
Tom Ardavarny
http://www.theapproach.net/
Wayne Dvorak
http://www.waynedvorak.com/index.htm
London
The Actors Centre
http://www.actorscentre.co.uk/
Brian Timoney
http://www.briantimoneyacting.co.uk/
City Acting
http://www.cityacting.co.uk/index.html
Guy Retallack
http://www.guyretallack.co.uk/london_acting_coach.html
Janey Clarke
http://janeyclarkecom.art.officelive.com/default.aspx
Jon Campbell
http://www.joncampbellacting.co.uk/
Jude Alderson
http://judealdersonactingcoach.com/
Northern Spirit Creative
http://www.northernspiritcreative.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=47&Itemid=5
Rory Feeney
http://www.actingcoachlondon.com/
Stephanie Sales
http://stephaniesales.co.uk/dramacoaching
Los Angeles
Bill Howey
http://www.billhowey.com/
Catherine Carlen
http://www.catherinecarlen.com/
Doug Warhit
http://www.dougwarhit.com/
Elise Eliot
http://www.elisaeliot.com/
Holly Powell
http://www.hollypowellstudios.com/
Howard Fine
http://www.howardfine.com/
The Groundlings
http://www.groundlings.com/
Ivana Chubbuck
http://www.chubbucktechnique.com
Improv Olympic
http://west.ioimprov.com/
Lesly Kahn
http://www.leslykahn.com/2doors.html
Margie Haber
http://www.margiehaber.com
Scott Sedita
http://www.scottseditaacting.com/
Tom Ardavarny
http://www.theapproach.net/
Wayne Dvorak
http://www.waynedvorak.com/index.htm
Friday, December 3, 2010
Log 4
Learning Across the BAPP Course
Throughout the course I have gained knowledge in a variety of areas from increasing my knowledge and confidence on working with numerous computer programmes and applications, such as Delicious, Google Docs and learning how to blog; to developing my academic writing skills; to developing my researching skills and carrying out an investigation.
The first thing I learnt on the BAPP course was how to set up my own blog and how to interact with other people’s blogs. Having never used a blog before this was a somewhat daunting task. However it has opened my eyes to a whole new way of interacting with others and of marketing myself.
The first module on the course was designed to make us think about ourselves what we are good at and what skills we lack. I found this most useful in guiding me towards ideas for my final project. I had numerous ideas, but due to the small scale of the investigation, I had to think logically as to which ideas would be most practical and achievable under the given time limitations.
The thought processes which led to the final idea being selected were long and challenging. However, from this process I learnt much about how to eliminate or adapt initial ideas efficiently, effectively and logically.
It is through writing the proposal, conducting the investigation and writing up the final report that I feel I have learnt the most from this course. The project has enabled me to improve my:
- reading skills
- researching skills
- interview technique
- academic writing skills
- critical thinking skills
- general project planning and development techniques
My investigation is a Work Based Learning project based on social world research. Through the investigation I have developed an understanding and appreciation of research projects and, in particular, for social world research. My knowledge of practitioners and research methods has also developed and I feel this will aid me in approaching future research in a more critical and reflective way.
One of the main findings of my investigation was how to become more employable as an actor. I intend to utilise this information to become more employable and to move my career forward from here. Another major benefit I have gained through doing this course and this investigation is the benefit of keeping a Learning Journal.
Using a Learning Journal is something which I intend to continue throughout my career. It enables me to record my experiences and ideas and moreover to reflect on them critically. I envisage that keeping another Learning Journal, after this project is completed, will help me to more forward with my career in a practical and effective way.
Due to the nature of the course, little personal interaction has been required between students. I feel this was a shame and that I could have learnt more from my peers had there been the opportunity. Perhaps we could have interacted more on the blogs, but as so many people were new to blogging, I think many felt uneasy interacting in this way.
I feel a great sense of accomplishment as I near to the end of this course and I feel proud of what I have achieved.
Throughout the course I have gained knowledge in a variety of areas from increasing my knowledge and confidence on working with numerous computer programmes and applications, such as Delicious, Google Docs and learning how to blog; to developing my academic writing skills; to developing my researching skills and carrying out an investigation.
The first thing I learnt on the BAPP course was how to set up my own blog and how to interact with other people’s blogs. Having never used a blog before this was a somewhat daunting task. However it has opened my eyes to a whole new way of interacting with others and of marketing myself.
The first module on the course was designed to make us think about ourselves what we are good at and what skills we lack. I found this most useful in guiding me towards ideas for my final project. I had numerous ideas, but due to the small scale of the investigation, I had to think logically as to which ideas would be most practical and achievable under the given time limitations.
The thought processes which led to the final idea being selected were long and challenging. However, from this process I learnt much about how to eliminate or adapt initial ideas efficiently, effectively and logically.
It is through writing the proposal, conducting the investigation and writing up the final report that I feel I have learnt the most from this course. The project has enabled me to improve my:
- reading skills
- researching skills
- interview technique
- academic writing skills
- critical thinking skills
- general project planning and development techniques
My investigation is a Work Based Learning project based on social world research. Through the investigation I have developed an understanding and appreciation of research projects and, in particular, for social world research. My knowledge of practitioners and research methods has also developed and I feel this will aid me in approaching future research in a more critical and reflective way.
One of the main findings of my investigation was how to become more employable as an actor. I intend to utilise this information to become more employable and to move my career forward from here. Another major benefit I have gained through doing this course and this investigation is the benefit of keeping a Learning Journal.
Using a Learning Journal is something which I intend to continue throughout my career. It enables me to record my experiences and ideas and moreover to reflect on them critically. I envisage that keeping another Learning Journal, after this project is completed, will help me to more forward with my career in a practical and effective way.
Due to the nature of the course, little personal interaction has been required between students. I feel this was a shame and that I could have learnt more from my peers had there been the opportunity. Perhaps we could have interacted more on the blogs, but as so many people were new to blogging, I think many felt uneasy interacting in this way.
I feel a great sense of accomplishment as I near to the end of this course and I feel proud of what I have achieved.
Log 3
Main Project Findings
Through my investigation to discover differences in attitudes towards CPD for actors in London and LA, I have come to the conclusion that:
1) CPD for actors is far more widely recognised and more readily available in LA than in London
2) Acting coaching does not necessarily increase your employability as an actor
3) A mentor could be a great source of CPD in terms of helping to further an actor’s career
4) There is a major gap in the market for facilitating the transition period between university/college and employment for actors
5) Acting classes are more geared towards theatre work in London, and TV and film in LA.
The main benefit of my findings was to discover that I should perhaps concentrate on finding a mentor to help facilitate my career, rather than solely focussing on my acting training.
Through my investigation to discover differences in attitudes towards CPD for actors in London and LA, I have come to the conclusion that:
1) CPD for actors is far more widely recognised and more readily available in LA than in London
2) Acting coaching does not necessarily increase your employability as an actor
3) A mentor could be a great source of CPD in terms of helping to further an actor’s career
4) There is a major gap in the market for facilitating the transition period between university/college and employment for actors
5) Acting classes are more geared towards theatre work in London, and TV and film in LA.
The main benefit of my findings was to discover that I should perhaps concentrate on finding a mentor to help facilitate my career, rather than solely focussing on my acting training.
Log 2
Google Docs
Google Docs is a free, Web-based word processor. It stores data and can be used to form spreadsheets, presentations, and forms. You can create new files and also download documents you have previously written on your computer and save them in your Google Docs. Google Docs allows you to continuously edit and save documents.
One of the major benefits of Google Docs is that you can invite others to share your work and even allow them to edit it if you so wish. If you want the documents to remain private you can opt out of sharing them. Another great feature of Google Docs is that it automatically saves your work every few seconds so if the computer crashes, your work is saved.
Throughout the report writing process I have found Google Docs to be invaluable. It has enabled me to store all my work in one place, which I can access on the internet from any computer anywhere in the world. It eliminates the need for a memory stick which isn’t always the most reliable way of storing your work as it can be easily misplaced or damaged.
I now use Google Docs to store other personal documents, such as my CV’s and photos. Having them all stored in one place makes it much easier for me to access them quickly and from any computer. As I don’t always carry my memory stick with me, I could use Google Docs to access my CV and then print it out at a printing shop, if I was called in to an audition with just an hours notice.
Google Docs is a free, Web-based word processor. It stores data and can be used to form spreadsheets, presentations, and forms. You can create new files and also download documents you have previously written on your computer and save them in your Google Docs. Google Docs allows you to continuously edit and save documents.
One of the major benefits of Google Docs is that you can invite others to share your work and even allow them to edit it if you so wish. If you want the documents to remain private you can opt out of sharing them. Another great feature of Google Docs is that it automatically saves your work every few seconds so if the computer crashes, your work is saved.
Throughout the report writing process I have found Google Docs to be invaluable. It has enabled me to store all my work in one place, which I can access on the internet from any computer anywhere in the world. It eliminates the need for a memory stick which isn’t always the most reliable way of storing your work as it can be easily misplaced or damaged.
I now use Google Docs to store other personal documents, such as my CV’s and photos. Having them all stored in one place makes it much easier for me to access them quickly and from any computer. As I don’t always carry my memory stick with me, I could use Google Docs to access my CV and then print it out at a printing shop, if I was called in to an audition with just an hours notice.
Log 1
Delicious
When I discovered that part of the course required me to use Delicious (a social bookmarking web service founded by Joshua Schachter in 2003, acquired by Yahoo! In 2005), I was at first reluctant. I had no previous experience of using Delicious or any similar programs and knew nothing about it. However, once I visited the homepage, I soon found it would be a very useful tool and that it was easy to use.
The major benefit of using Delicious is that I could share my resources with other people on the site, and likewise I could use other people’s findings to help me develop a broader repertoire of knowledge on certain subjects relevant to my investigation. Using “Tags” organises and clearly labels the topics covered in each posting. For example, I read an article in Equity Magazine which contained an interview with the artistic director of the Actors Centre, and so I added Tags to the article such as, Equity, acting, Actors Centre, CPD, acting classes. Then when someone searched for any of the topics covered in the Tags, it would direct them to the article.
I wish I had known about Delicious in the first module so that I could have utilised this programme throughout my research over the past year. I would suggest that all first year students begin using it immediately. I find it extremely useful to look at my list of resources on Delicious regularly to remind myself of relevant articles I found a while ago which I may have forgotten about.
I intend to use Delicious for personal use once I have finished the course, to keep a record of useful resources which I find on the internet. These may be job recruitment websites, information about acting classes, interesting articles on careers, etc. Delicious will then enable me to discover other related information through the network of other Delicious users who choose to share their findings on the website.
When I discovered that part of the course required me to use Delicious (a social bookmarking web service founded by Joshua Schachter in 2003, acquired by Yahoo! In 2005), I was at first reluctant. I had no previous experience of using Delicious or any similar programs and knew nothing about it. However, once I visited the homepage, I soon found it would be a very useful tool and that it was easy to use.
The major benefit of using Delicious is that I could share my resources with other people on the site, and likewise I could use other people’s findings to help me develop a broader repertoire of knowledge on certain subjects relevant to my investigation. Using “Tags” organises and clearly labels the topics covered in each posting. For example, I read an article in Equity Magazine which contained an interview with the artistic director of the Actors Centre, and so I added Tags to the article such as, Equity, acting, Actors Centre, CPD, acting classes. Then when someone searched for any of the topics covered in the Tags, it would direct them to the article.
I wish I had known about Delicious in the first module so that I could have utilised this programme throughout my research over the past year. I would suggest that all first year students begin using it immediately. I find it extremely useful to look at my list of resources on Delicious regularly to remind myself of relevant articles I found a while ago which I may have forgotten about.
I intend to use Delicious for personal use once I have finished the course, to keep a record of useful resources which I find on the internet. These may be job recruitment websites, information about acting classes, interesting articles on careers, etc. Delicious will then enable me to discover other related information through the network of other Delicious users who choose to share their findings on the website.
Monday, November 29, 2010
CONTENTS PAGE - Please help!
Hi guys!
Has anyone figured out how to do the Contents Page usinig Microsoft Word?
I have tried and failed!
I also looked it up on the internet for advice on how to create the Table of Contents but it's all so confusing!
Does anyone have a really simple step-by-step guide for how to how it?
Thanks!
LB x
Has anyone figured out how to do the Contents Page usinig Microsoft Word?
I have tried and failed!
I also looked it up on the internet for advice on how to create the Table of Contents but it's all so confusing!
Does anyone have a really simple step-by-step guide for how to how it?
Thanks!
LB x
Monday, November 1, 2010
Monday, October 11, 2010
Please help - campus session!
Hi!
Unfortunately I missed the first campus session. Please could someone update me on what I missed? Did you all get put into groups?
I've begun writing a draft of chapters 1, 2 and 4 - even though i know i need to do chapter 3! I keep putting that one off!
How is everyone else doing???
I had a Skype chat with Paula a couple of weeks ago which helped me to talk through my ideas and where the project is going in terms of what i have discovered so far and what extra things i have added.
It was very useful discussing my ideas out loud with someone as it helped me to focus on exactly what i need to do and how i need to go about writing it all up.
Is anyone else analysing interviews as their data?!! If so please let me know.
Thanks for any help!!!
LB :)
Unfortunately I missed the first campus session. Please could someone update me on what I missed? Did you all get put into groups?
I've begun writing a draft of chapters 1, 2 and 4 - even though i know i need to do chapter 3! I keep putting that one off!
How is everyone else doing???
I had a Skype chat with Paula a couple of weeks ago which helped me to talk through my ideas and where the project is going in terms of what i have discovered so far and what extra things i have added.
It was very useful discussing my ideas out loud with someone as it helped me to focus on exactly what i need to do and how i need to go about writing it all up.
Is anyone else analysing interviews as their data?!! If so please let me know.
Thanks for any help!!!
LB :)
Add me on Delicious?!
Hi guys!
I have finally managed to sit down and start a Delicious account!
Please add me if you think we could help each other out with research for our projects!
My project will discuss and cover the following:
acting, interviews, interview technique, Continued Professional Development, acting colleges/universities, acting coaches in London and Los Angeles, mentors, casting directors, acting classes,etc.
Thanks!
LB :)
I have finally managed to sit down and start a Delicious account!
Please add me if you think we could help each other out with research for our projects!
My project will discuss and cover the following:
acting, interviews, interview technique, Continued Professional Development, acting colleges/universities, acting coaches in London and Los Angeles, mentors, casting directors, acting classes,etc.
Thanks!
LB :)
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Journal Entry Number 5
Over the past few weeks I have been working incessantly on module 3835.
I have completed the first draft of nearly all the components however I feel I need some feedback from my tutor before I can improve on them further. I am continuing to research all aspects of my project for the proposal.
I wish more advice had been given throughout the module about how to write a proposal as I have no existing knowledge on the process. I have however, read up as much as I could find on the subject. There has been so much to consider and research for this proposal.
Writing the proposal has really made me consider every possible outcome and all the planning and preparation which is required for an investigation - from the ethics to the methodologies, from the organisation and timetabling to the research and reading. Not only have I studied my subject topic in depth, I have also studied learning methods and research techniques which I hope will make me a more efficient and effective researcher.
One thing I have struggled with throughout the module is having so few lectures and opportunities to meet with my tutor for feedback. As the nature of the course is to study on your own and acquire knowledge in an organic way, I am often concerned that I am on the wrong lines and would like some confirmation that I am on the right track. Perhaps this highlights that I am the sort of person who likes to be reassured I am doing things well or correctly, when instead I should have more confidence in my abilities. I think the reason I like to know I am on the right lines is so I don’t waste time writing irrelevant information. However, I am aware that making mistakes is also an excellent way to learn!
I have completed the first draft of nearly all the components however I feel I need some feedback from my tutor before I can improve on them further. I am continuing to research all aspects of my project for the proposal.
I wish more advice had been given throughout the module about how to write a proposal as I have no existing knowledge on the process. I have however, read up as much as I could find on the subject. There has been so much to consider and research for this proposal.
Writing the proposal has really made me consider every possible outcome and all the planning and preparation which is required for an investigation - from the ethics to the methodologies, from the organisation and timetabling to the research and reading. Not only have I studied my subject topic in depth, I have also studied learning methods and research techniques which I hope will make me a more efficient and effective researcher.
One thing I have struggled with throughout the module is having so few lectures and opportunities to meet with my tutor for feedback. As the nature of the course is to study on your own and acquire knowledge in an organic way, I am often concerned that I am on the wrong lines and would like some confirmation that I am on the right track. Perhaps this highlights that I am the sort of person who likes to be reassured I am doing things well or correctly, when instead I should have more confidence in my abilities. I think the reason I like to know I am on the right lines is so I don’t waste time writing irrelevant information. However, I am aware that making mistakes is also an excellent way to learn!
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Rationale For Award Title??? Please help!
Hi guys,
I missed the beginning of the campus session on Tuesday when the Rationale for Award Title was discussed.
Please could anyone tell me what was covered?
Thank you!
LB
I missed the beginning of the campus session on Tuesday when the Rationale for Award Title was discussed.
Please could anyone tell me what was covered?
Thank you!
LB
Saturday, April 17, 2010
What is the Critical Commentary???
I am unsure as to what this is supposed to contain...
Is it supposed to refer to out journal entries?
Does anyone know if we have been given any insight or information on this?
Thanks!
Laura-Beth
Is it supposed to refer to out journal entries?
Does anyone know if we have been given any insight or information on this?
Thanks!
Laura-Beth
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Journal Entry Number 4
The campus session on 30/03/2010 was extremely useful and has helped me to understand what further work is required for the remainder of this module.
Having already completed the first draft of my project proposal prior to the campus session, I was able to discuss it with my tutor. From the lecture I learned how I need to restructure my proposal to add clarity to my ideas. My tutor also pointed out numerous ways in which I can improve my proposal by making it more critical and adding secondary research sources to back up ideas.
I have begun to write my Ethical Issues Commentary so I feel I am making headway with all the work still to be done. Considering the ethical issues has helped me to clarify some of the practicalities of carrying out the investigation.
I am now focussing on time management to ensure I divide my time effectively and use it efficiently to complete all the written work for the module and also to research the topic of my investigation. I intend to read as much as I can on ethics and the methodologies I plan to use in the investigation to give weight to my proposal.
Having already completed the first draft of my project proposal prior to the campus session, I was able to discuss it with my tutor. From the lecture I learned how I need to restructure my proposal to add clarity to my ideas. My tutor also pointed out numerous ways in which I can improve my proposal by making it more critical and adding secondary research sources to back up ideas.
I have begun to write my Ethical Issues Commentary so I feel I am making headway with all the work still to be done. Considering the ethical issues has helped me to clarify some of the practicalities of carrying out the investigation.
I am now focussing on time management to ensure I divide my time effectively and use it efficiently to complete all the written work for the module and also to research the topic of my investigation. I intend to read as much as I can on ethics and the methodologies I plan to use in the investigation to give weight to my proposal.
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Update on My Project...
Hi guys,
This is an update on my project ideas... any thoughts, please do let me know!!!
Thanks!
LB
I have decided to investigate the affect Continued Professional Development (CPD) has on actors in the film industry. I will investigate my hypothesis that most actors in America do CPD whereas most actors in England do not, and that is why American actors are more successful. I will measure success by the number of awards won. I will interview casting directors and acting coaches to discover their views on whether CPD makes actors more successful. I will also ask professional actors to fill out questionnaires on the topic. I will research into which acting techniques are most popular with the most successful actors of our time, and then study this technique to use when performing a monologue for my show reel.
This is an update on my project ideas... any thoughts, please do let me know!!!
Thanks!
LB
I have decided to investigate the affect Continued Professional Development (CPD) has on actors in the film industry. I will investigate my hypothesis that most actors in America do CPD whereas most actors in England do not, and that is why American actors are more successful. I will measure success by the number of awards won. I will interview casting directors and acting coaches to discover their views on whether CPD makes actors more successful. I will also ask professional actors to fill out questionnaires on the topic. I will research into which acting techniques are most popular with the most successful actors of our time, and then study this technique to use when performing a monologue for my show reel.
Journal Entry Number 3
Over the past two weeks I have managed to structure my ideas and begin writing my proposal. Writing down my ideas in this way has enabled me to refine the details of what exactly I am investigating. This then enabled me to choose the most suitable research methods for the project. Using a variety of books and internet resources in addition to what I have been taught at the Campus Sessions, I have made informed decisions as to which methods will be most appropriate to use and I feel confident with my choices.
I have decided to investigate the affect Continued Professional Development (CPD) has on actors in the film industry. I will investigate my hypothesis that most actors in America do CPD whereas most actors in England do not, and that is why American actors are more successful. I will measure success by the number of awards won. I will interview casting directors and acting coaches to discover their views on whether CPD makes actors more successful. I will also ask professional actors to fill out questionnaires on the topic. I will research into which acting techniques are most popular with the most successful actors of our time, and then study this technique to use when performing a monologue for my show reel.
I have learnt so much with regards to planning a project. What I have found the most challenging is finding secondary research for my project. I am continually looking for relevant articles and any journals I can find on the subject area.
I have decided to investigate the affect Continued Professional Development (CPD) has on actors in the film industry. I will investigate my hypothesis that most actors in America do CPD whereas most actors in England do not, and that is why American actors are more successful. I will measure success by the number of awards won. I will interview casting directors and acting coaches to discover their views on whether CPD makes actors more successful. I will also ask professional actors to fill out questionnaires on the topic. I will research into which acting techniques are most popular with the most successful actors of our time, and then study this technique to use when performing a monologue for my show reel.
I have learnt so much with regards to planning a project. What I have found the most challenging is finding secondary research for my project. I am continually looking for relevant articles and any journals I can find on the subject area.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
My Research Project!
A study to show what impact Continuous Professional Development and in particular, acting coaching has on high profile/Oscar winning actors.
In order to do this I intend to research:
Why American actors continue to study throughout their career after having trained at drama school whereas many English actors do not.
With whom Oscar winning actors of the past decade trained and what techniques they used.
What acting coaches teach.
What effect cultural differences have on actors living in LA compared to actors living in London.
Please let me know if you are an actor and trained in London. Also, has anyone lived and trained in LA?
In order to do this I intend to research:
Why American actors continue to study throughout their career after having trained at drama school whereas many English actors do not.
With whom Oscar winning actors of the past decade trained and what techniques they used.
What acting coaches teach.
What effect cultural differences have on actors living in LA compared to actors living in London.
Please let me know if you are an actor and trained in London. Also, has anyone lived and trained in LA?
Monday, March 8, 2010
Activity 1
Discourse Analysis – uses qualitative analysis of interactive speech, assuming that the subject has used words to explain their views in context of personal life experience. Used when researchers want to find out about the subject’s own personal experiences of something, as opposed to an example of something which they can merely relate to.
Semi Structured Interview – an interview in which the questions have some form of structure but also allow for freedom in the response. This often brings about relevant points which may have been omitted in a closed question interview. The interviewer can then follow up on these points if desired.
Semi Structured Interview – an interview in which the questions have some form of structure but also allow for freedom in the response. This often brings about relevant points which may have been omitted in a closed question interview. The interviewer can then follow up on these points if desired.
Journal Entry Number 2
The campus session on 03/03/2010 was extremely informative and gave me a detailed insight into planning a research project, including the different types of research methods available.
Prior to the session I had a tutorial to discuss my project ideas face-to-face with my tutor. The one aspect of this course I struggle with is not being able to discuss ideas in person with my peers and tutors as regularly as I would like. Personally I find it easiest to identify problems and come up with new ideas by voicing my thoughts out loud, as opposed to writing them down.
After the first campus session on 16/02/2010 I realised I needed to expand my ideas for research topics by first thinking creatively rather than practically. This meant undertaking extensive secondary research in order to know which of my ideas would best develop into a research project followed by thinking about the practicalities of carrying out primary research into that topic.
I brainstormed numerous ideas for both the topics I am particularly interested in - acting techniques and Oscar winning actors. Whilst discussing ideas regarding these topics I realised they encompass the same one topic – continuous professional learning for actors – and so this is the angle I intend my research project to take.
I will detail my ideas on the blog, enabling me to engage in discussions with other people in the entertainment industry who will also look at the project from an academic point of view. It will hopefully prove both useful and insightful to have the opinions of my peers as this would then give me the potential to structure a debate on the subject as well as providing primary research for the project.
Prior to the session I had a tutorial to discuss my project ideas face-to-face with my tutor. The one aspect of this course I struggle with is not being able to discuss ideas in person with my peers and tutors as regularly as I would like. Personally I find it easiest to identify problems and come up with new ideas by voicing my thoughts out loud, as opposed to writing them down.
After the first campus session on 16/02/2010 I realised I needed to expand my ideas for research topics by first thinking creatively rather than practically. This meant undertaking extensive secondary research in order to know which of my ideas would best develop into a research project followed by thinking about the practicalities of carrying out primary research into that topic.
I brainstormed numerous ideas for both the topics I am particularly interested in - acting techniques and Oscar winning actors. Whilst discussing ideas regarding these topics I realised they encompass the same one topic – continuous professional learning for actors – and so this is the angle I intend my research project to take.
I will detail my ideas on the blog, enabling me to engage in discussions with other people in the entertainment industry who will also look at the project from an academic point of view. It will hopefully prove both useful and insightful to have the opinions of my peers as this would then give me the potential to structure a debate on the subject as well as providing primary research for the project.
Friday, February 26, 2010
Journal Entry Number 1
The campus session on 16.02.2010 was very useful as it clarified what is required from me for this module as a whole, and what I need to be doing at this stage of the module. I have learnt that I work most efficiently and most effectively when I have some structure to my work. I know that if my mind is organised then I can progress forward in an organised and positive manner.
After the campus session I had a one-to-one meeting with my tutor to discuss my project ideas. Through discussing the ideas in person with Paula, I was able to explain my ideas in more depth and talk with Paula about the different options for research methods, practicalities within the project and further reading about the methods I may wish to investigate. Paula provided me with food for thought, and helped me to consider how I can make my thoughts more precise and therefore structure the project in a realistic and effective way.
I had previously conversed with Paula about some of my ideas via email; however speaking in person with Paula reinforced what I have always believed… I personally can converse so much more eloquently with people when I speak with them in person, as opposed to emailing. Also, in general, more conversation is generated by talking with someone as when new ideas come about and you can address them immediately.
I am very interested in learning more about the casting process and would find this knowledge invaluable for future auditions; however I feel that this may not be a very practical line of investigation to down - I think that it may be too subjective.
I am also very interested in TV dramas and films and so I am going to brainstorm some ideas for projects relating to these areas, in particular, relating them to the actors involved.
After the campus session I had a one-to-one meeting with my tutor to discuss my project ideas. Through discussing the ideas in person with Paula, I was able to explain my ideas in more depth and talk with Paula about the different options for research methods, practicalities within the project and further reading about the methods I may wish to investigate. Paula provided me with food for thought, and helped me to consider how I can make my thoughts more precise and therefore structure the project in a realistic and effective way.
I had previously conversed with Paula about some of my ideas via email; however speaking in person with Paula reinforced what I have always believed… I personally can converse so much more eloquently with people when I speak with them in person, as opposed to emailing. Also, in general, more conversation is generated by talking with someone as when new ideas come about and you can address them immediately.
I am very interested in learning more about the casting process and would find this knowledge invaluable for future auditions; however I feel that this may not be a very practical line of investigation to down - I think that it may be too subjective.
I am also very interested in TV dramas and films and so I am going to brainstorm some ideas for projects relating to these areas, in particular, relating them to the actors involved.
My project
I have been trying to think of project ideas since i first began this course! It is now driving me crazy! Any advice would be much appreciated :)
Orinially I was thinking about investigating the casting process for film and TV in detail, with regard to why one actor gets the part over another. I now feel that this is far to subjective an area and would rather focus on something where i will hopefuly get more accurate results.
As i am currently not filming anything and I don't teach on a regular basis, I need to consider who I will be talking to to get my data.
I am very interested in films and TV dramas, and would love to base my project around this area. I now need to think of a specifi area to study. Any ideas of how to go about this?
Thanks,
Laura-Beth
Orinially I was thinking about investigating the casting process for film and TV in detail, with regard to why one actor gets the part over another. I now feel that this is far to subjective an area and would rather focus on something where i will hopefuly get more accurate results.
As i am currently not filming anything and I don't teach on a regular basis, I need to consider who I will be talking to to get my data.
I am very interested in films and TV dramas, and would love to base my project around this area. I now need to think of a specifi area to study. Any ideas of how to go about this?
Thanks,
Laura-Beth
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