What you'll do

Within each of these modules (expect the first), you will have four categories of assignments:

1. Participatory Lectures (via VoiceThread)

   1. These short lectures introduce major ideas and themes for the module.

   2. Within each VoiceThread, you’ll respond to prompts, contribute to short discussions, or complete quick exercises.

2. Perusall Annotations

   1. Each module includes 1–2 assigned videos that relate to the genre, movement, or historical moment we’re studying.

   2. You will annotate directly in Perusall and respond to classmates’ comments in a short, conversational way.

3. Discussions

   1. Each module includes a discussion thread about that week’s assigned film.

   2. You’ll be placed into a small group called a Cohort, and you’ll complete all discussions with just your cohort members.

4. Film Viewings

   1. Each module includes a film to watch that connects directly to the module topic. In most cases, you’ll have a choice between two films.

5. Final Project Check-ins

   1. To support your work on the final project, you’ll complete a series of short check-ins throughout the course. 

   2. These low-stakes assignments are designed to help you develop your ideas gradually, get feedback from your peers, and avoid last-minute stress. 

6. Final Project: Annotated Film Scene

   1. The final project asks you to select a scene from a studied film and provide a detailed analysis of how formal elements (like editing, cinematography, sound, performance, etc.) work to represent a social issue or cultural practice. You’ll present your analysis in a format of your choice (written, video, or VoiceThread).

Throughout the course you will be asked to watch films related to the topic, genre, or historical movement we are covering within the lecture. All films will either be available for free through UNCC's Streaming Media library  or to rent online.