Cultural Significance Project Guidelines<\/p>\n
There are two options for this project. The first option is an analysis paper, and the second option<\/p>\n
allows you to create a pop culture item of your own.<\/p>\n
Option 1: In an essay of at least 1000 words, explore the significance of a pop culture item<\/p>\n
or artifact of your choice. Don\u2019t be thrown off by the term \u201cartifact\u201d here \u2013 I\u2019m referring to a<\/p>\n
piece of pop culture, not something you\u2019d find on an archaeological dig J Options include: a TV show (3 episodes maximum), movie, album, podcast, novel, news media coverage,<\/p>\n
advertisement, online article, social media page, video game, etc. One caveat is that you can\u2019t<\/p>\n
write about the same film you used for the movie review. Also, trying to analyze a platform like<\/p>\n
Instagram or Tik Tok or a type of technology like Nintendo Switch or the iPhone is too much for<\/p>\n
this project. One IG account, Tik Tok meme, or video game will give you plenty to write about.<\/p>\n
Your essay should incorporate a central claim or thesis at the end of the first paragraph about<\/p>\n
why the cultural artifact is noteworthy or significant. This claim should go beyond saying<\/p>\n
that the item is significant because it was popular. To go deeper in your analysis, you’ll need<\/p>\n
to answer the question of why it was or is popular (this will likely take some thought and<\/p>\n
research). The majority of the essay should consist of a decoding and analysis of the artifact that<\/p>\n
will serve as evidence for your thesis statement.<\/p>\n
Option 2: Create a pop culture artifact of your own and write a 500-word discussion to<\/p>\n
accompany it. Your artifact might be: a YouTube video, a Tik Tok post, a podcast episode, a<\/p>\n
piece of visual media, a board game, etc. The possibilities are endless! In your written discussion, you should include a summary of what you made, the inspiration behind what you created, and who your target audience is (or might be). You should also incorporate at least one secondary source into the written discussion component.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
\u2022 You should incorporate at least one secondary source: ideally a peer-reviewed article<\/p>\n
or academic book chapter. However, the source does not need to discuss your<\/p>\n
artifact itself. It can be about the genre, a social issue, or a related topic<\/p>\n
\u2022 A title, page numbers, and a bibliography page<\/p>\n
\u2022 All citations should be referenced using whatever format you are most comfortable<\/p>\n
with (MLA and Chicago are the most commonly used in the humanities)<\/p>\n
\u2022 12-point font; double-spaced; 1-inch margins<\/p>\n
Deadlines:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Brief project proposal: July 26<\/p>\n
\u2022 Initial draft for peer review: August 1<\/p>\n
\u2022 Final draft: August 12<\/p>\n
For students doing option 1, consider the following questions as you’re developing your<\/p>\n
primary focus and your thesis statement (you won’t be able to cover all of these questions in<\/p>\n
the paper itself):<\/p>\n
\u2022 How does this artifact reflect the cultural politics of its time period? How might the race,<\/p>\n
ethnicity, gender, class status, regional affiliation, or immigration status of the<\/p>\n
producer(s) shape the artifact itself as well as broader audience responses to it?<\/p>\n
\u2022 Was\/is your artifact controversial? If so, what are the argument(s)<\/p>\n
surrounding it?<\/p>\n
\u2022 Who are the fans? Do the fan demographics shed light on the overall significance of the<\/p>\n
artifact?<\/p>\n
\u2022 Are there specific influence(s) you can you identify, either in terms of a general aesthetic<\/p>\n
or specific references? What might these influences say about the artifact you\u2019ve chosen<\/p>\n
and\/or the circulation of popular culture in general?<\/p>\n
For option 1, the rough draft will need to be at least 500 words, including a rough introduction<\/p>\n
w\/ thesis statement.<\/p>\n
For students doing option 2, your rough draft will involve creating a detailed outline of the<\/p>\n
object you plan to create, including any questions or concerns that you have at this stage of the<\/p>\n
process.<\/p>\n
Here is a rubric for option 2 students:<\/p>\n
* Student should demonstrate skill and knowledge of the genre or platform that they are using to<\/p>\n
create the artifact<\/p>\n
* Demonstrate an awareness of the popular culture landscape and\/or current cultural trends or<\/p>\n
issues<\/p>\n
* Include an effective description of at least 500 words that addresses the artifact\u2019s intended<\/p>\n
message and audience<\/p>\n
* Description should be clearly written and proofread and should cite a secondary source<\/p>\n
* A link or digital version of the artifact should be shared as part of the final draft<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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