Textbook & Other Course Materials: Understanding Movies: 13th Edition by Louis Giannetti (Netflix or other sreaming service advised) Technology Requirements: Canvas is a required component of this course. Students unfamiliar with Canvas are expected to complete the within the first week of classes. Major writing assignments need to be created and saved in a file format that is compatible with Microsoft Word. If using a word processing program other than Word, it is the student’s responsibility to adhere to all formatting and submission requirements. Please ask for help if you are unsure how to save a file in a Word-compatible format. Please see the LSSC Lakehawk Page for information on how to as an LSSC Student. Student Learning Outcomes: The following outcomes will be assessed in this course. An “outcome is defined as something students take with them beyond this course. After successful completion of this course, the student will: Recognize the importance of planning and creating projects in a timely manner to meet both a list of criteria and a deadline Demonstrate analytical thinking skills with the ability to conduct close reading and interpretations of films Write an essay that uses critical analysis that illustrates college-level language and communication skills Demonstrate the ability to select appropriate academic sources of film critiques Course Objectives: Objectives are defined as what the course will do and/or what the students will do as part of the course. This course is designed to help students critically analyze American film as a cultural phenomenon that plays an active role in reflecting and shaping American national identity. Institutional Policies & Procedures: Academic Integrity: The successful functioning of the academic community demands honesty, which is the basis of respect for both ideas and persons. In the academic community, there is an ongoing assumption of academic integrity at all levels. There is the expectation that work will be independently thoughtful and responsible as to its sources of information and inspiration. Honesty is an appropriate consideration in other ways as well, including but not limited to the responsible use of library resources, responsible conduct in examinations, and the responsible use of the Internet See for complete statement. Important Information for Students with Disabilities: Any student with a documented disability who requires assistance or academic accommodations should contact the Office for Students with Disabilities immediately to discuss eligibility. The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) is located on the Leesburg Campus, but arrangements can be made to meet with a student on any campus. An appointment can be made by calling 352-365-3589 and specific information about the OSD and potential services can be found at .
Textbook & Other Course Materials: Understanding Movies: 13th Edition by Louis Giannetti (Netflix or other sreaming service advised) Technology Requirements: Canvas is a required component of this course. Students unfamiliar with Canvas are expected to complete the within the first week of classes. Major writing assignments need to be created and saved in a file format that is compatible with Microsoft Word. If using a word processing program other than Word, it is the student’s responsibility to adhere to all formatting and submission requirements. Please ask for help if you are unsure how to save a file in a Word-compatible format. Please see the LSSC Lakehawk Page for information on how to as an LSSC Student. Student Learning Outcomes: The following outcomes will be assessed in this course. An “outcome is defined as something students take with them beyond this course. After successful completion of this course, the student will: Recognize the importance of planning and creating projects in a timely manner to meet both a list of criteria and a deadline Demonstrate analytical thinking skills with the ability to conduct close reading and interpretations of films Write an essay that uses critical analysis that illustrates college-level language and communication skills Demonstrate the ability to select appropriate academic sources of film critiques Course Objectives: Objectives are defined as what the course will do and/or what the students will do as part of the course. This course is designed to help students critically analyze American film as a cultural phenomenon that plays an active role in reflecting and shaping American national identity. Institutional Policies & Procedures: Academic Integrity: The successful functioning of the academic community demands honesty, which is the basis of respect for both ideas and persons. In the academic community, there is an ongoing assumption of academic integrity at all levels. There is the expectation that work will be independently thoughtful and responsible as to its sources of information and inspiration. Honesty is an appropriate consideration in other ways as well, including but not limited to the responsible use of library resources, responsible conduct in examinations, and the responsible use of the Internet See for complete statement. Important Information for Students with Disabilities: Any student with a documented disability who requires assistance or academic accommodations should contact the Office for Students with Disabilities immediately to discuss eligibility. The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) is located on the Leesburg Campus, but arrangements can be made to meet with a student on any campus. An appointment can be made by calling 352-365-3589 and specific information about the OSD and potential services can be found at .