This unit examines the growth of the creative economy and its economic, political and social significance to the creator. It tracks changes in the composition and location of the creative industries through technological trends and convergence. It encourages students to reflect on how these influences have affected their own areas of creative endeavour. It examines the arts audience and trends in the local, regional and international patterns of cultural literacy and consumption, as they affect creative projects. It identifies current research tools and resources examining the role of the arts audience as arts consumer and also in some contexts as creator. It incorporates strategic... -- Course Website
Instructor: K Johanson
