Study Guide

Objective

You understand the dramaturgic structure in a story.
You understand the emotional structure in a story.
You know how to develop the protagonist and other characters in a story.
You know the structure of a scene and how to connect it to other scenes.
You know how to create believable dialogue, which supports your story.
You know how to join the interactive game play and a linear story.
You know the basic structures of non-linear storytelling.
You know the process, methods and tools for successful script writing.
You are able to pitch your story with a logline, synopsis or treatment.

Content

How to start a script writing process?
How to create a believable character?
How to create a believable dialogue?
How to create a great scene?
How to create a good structure of dramaturgy?
How to create suspense, thrill or comedy in a story?
What is the difference between linear and non-linear storytelling?
How are stories conveyed in games?
How to present a story in a written form?

Opiskelumateriaali

Material on Learn

Yksilölliset oppimisväylät

The course mostly online. Contact lessons are on campus when the group has contact days.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Completed course assignments