Class Attendance and  Assignments

 

1. Class Attendence and Engagement : are a very important part of this course, so you should take them just as seriously as the readings. The assigned Films/documentaries are all on line. (If possible, common showing times will be arranged.)

1.1. Discussion:

Each student will lead the class discussion at least once during the semester. Your participation in the events/issues discussed during this time will be part of your final grade. So Please signup.

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2. Write a Short Report

Reflect on the role of the artist in a heavily censored society, by examining the art/ practice of one of the dissident artist of China during the Mao era.

3. Political Issue Research Commentary and Presentation:

Students will investigate one political issue carefully selecting the artist and the medium of their art piece, you will need to complete further research (finding your own sources) to understand fully the issue facing China today. Your research needs to be documented with organized research notes and a works cited page listing your sources. The main focus of your research presentation will be to lead your classmates in an active discussion on

how the art/image/performance could be considered a social or political commentary on the specific issue you presented.

Make sure that a commentary is a specific opinion on an issue; so the art piece is not just about the issue, the artist is often trying to tell the viewer something about the issue, or wants to send the viewer a message. Based on your research, and providing ample evidence, your job is to lead your classmates in a discussion of how the art/image/performance and the issue are connected, and what the message is and how it is conveyed. Remember that there is often more than one interpretation so there is not necessarily one ‘right’ answer.