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Critique cultural works

Critique cultural works

Unit of competency
National Code
CUVRES501A
State Code
S7768
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
12/10/2011
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2014
Field of Education
109999 - Creative Arts, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
21/05/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to research and analyse a range of information to produce critiques of cultural works.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to critique cultural works
  • 1.1 Confirm the cultural works to be critiqued in consultation with relevant personnel
  • 1.2 Identify factors that may impact on critiques and plan accordingly
  • 1.3 Discuss plans or preliminary ideas with relevant personnel as required
  • 1.4 Identify and explore relevant sources of information on cultural works in a culturally appropriate way
  • 1.5 Use formal and informal research techniques to access information
  • 1.6 Organise research materials and findings for current and future use
2. Link research to cultural works
  • 2.1 Critically evaluate works and related information
  • 2.2 Assess ways in which different influences are applied, adapted or challenged within cultural works
  • 2.3 Develop substantiated positions to inform critical analysis of works
  • 2.4 Discuss research findings with others as required and, if appropriate, modify positions to integrate other perspectives
3. Present critiques
  • 3.1 Produce written or spoken texts on cultural works to meet organisational or publishing requirements
  • 3.2 Take into account specifications arising from the nature of the audience for, and purpose of, critiques
  • 3.3 Apply relevant cultural protocols to critiques of cultural works
  • 3.4 Present critiques in agreed format and within agreed timelines
  • 3.5 Seek feedback on quality of critiques from relevant personnel and note areas for future improvement
4. Maintain knowledge of trends related to domain of cultural works
  • 4.1 Identify and use opportunities to update and expand knowledge of influences on cultural works
  • 4.2 Incorporate and integrate knowledge into cultural analysis and reporting
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Cultural works may relate to:
arts administration
cultural heritage
dance
design
multimedia
museums
music
performing arts
photo imaging
visual arts and craft
writing.
Relevant personnel may include:
academic supervisors
managers
advertising agencies
artists and performers
authors
broadcasters
choreographers
directors
editors or other writers
graphic designers
production companies
production managers
production personnel
producers
program or event managers
promoters, agents and marketers.
Factors may include:
budget
complexity of topic
confidentiality
contractual arrangements
copyright clearances
deadlines
editing process
expectations of target audience/readers
intellectual property
length
location
number of content items
photos or other visual material to accompany critique
production schedule
purpose of critique
research requirements
structure.
Sources may include:
archives
dance
electronic and print media
exploring new and alternative sources:
attendance at performances
interviews with innovative arts practitioners
participation in performances
visits to:
exhibitions
galleries
laboratories
special events
trade fairs
films
images
internet
libraries
objects
oral histories
performances
presentations
stories
technical or medium-specific information
texts:
historical
religious
scientific
secondary
spiritual
the writings of cultural theorists and philosophers.
Information may relate to:
aesthetics
criticism
cultural issues
gender and identity issues
histories of art, craft and design
land and place
linguistics
myth and legends
new technologies
philosophy
politics
signs and symbols
spiritual concerns
technical aspects of performances and presentations
world histories.
Research techniques may include:
analysing and comparing information
critical discourse
discussion
judgement
note taking
observation
reflection
summarising.
Ways to organise information may involve:
charts
database
diagrams
files
indices
mind maps
sketches.
Ways to evaluate may include:
comparing
considering merit
contrasting
critiquing
discussion and debate
judging
reflecting.
Influences may relate to:
cultural practices and heritage
history
local traditions and events
media
political frameworks
related discourses
techniques
temporal considerations
theory
works of other artists.
Developing substantiated positions may involve:
examination and justification from a range of viewpoints within:
culture
ecology
gender
philosophy
politics
society
spirituality.
Written or spoken texts may include:
academic texts
articles or reviews for:
journals
magazines
newspapers
websites
art talks or presentations
brochures
flyers
guiding presentations for:
cultural/heritage sites
galleries
institutions
museums
studios
program notes for:
exhibitions
performances
seminar presentations.
Specifications may include:
conventions of art criticism
grammar appropriate to written or spoken texts
layout and format conventions of written or spoken texts
length
terminology
tone of critique, including:
dramatic
entertaining
formal
humorous
informal or casual
informational.
Audience requirements may relate to the level of sophistication or understanding of cultural works by:
academic and teaching staff
listeners
peers
readers
visitors to:
cultural/heritage sites
galleries
museums
organisations
studios
theatres.
Purpose may relate to:
critical review of works
examination of works as examples of:
derivative pieces
other practitioners' works
prototypes
specific approaches
specific periods
styles or schools of cultural works
judgement of value of cultural works.
Cultural protocols may include:
extent to which reference to works may be used in presentation modes (written or spoken)
intellectual property requirements
permission to refer to and use works, including systems for the administration of copyright of images
protocols for the reference of works or practitioners by others.
Opportunities may include:
discussions with innovative practitioners in relevant areas of arts practice
searching the internet
visits to:
exhibitions
events
cultural or heritage sites
performances
presentations
studios
laboratories
manufacturers.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
apply research and analytical skills to critically evaluate cultural works
apply knowledge of history, theory and other influences to the critique of cultural works
observe conventions associated with cultural works being critiqued
produce written or spoken texts for specific audiences.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
materials, resources and equipment needed to research information and to present critiques of cultural works.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
evaluation of presentation or documentation prepared by candidates explaining research processes and how issues surrounding history or theory and other influences have been used in the analysis of works
case studies to assess ability to research and use different types of information in the analysis of cultural works
questioning and discussion about cultural works
review of portfolios of evidence
review of third-party reports from experienced practitioners.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those which interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUVRES502A Analyse cultural history and theory.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1221 CUVADM13B Research and critique cultural work(s) Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWG98 CUARES502 Critique cultural works Unit of competency