Catalog Description
Exploration of the distinctive qualities of documentary film and how visual rhetoric shapes sociopolitical landscapes. Learn about how the aesthetics and structure of documentary films affect considerations of ethics, point of view, and persuasion. Topics of study include the voice of documentary, documentary modes, the influence of social media, cultural and national representation in documentary, and digital technology in the context of nonfiction.
Section Notes
This class requires use of Canvas with no required in-person meetings. Students will complete coursework in Canvas, which must be accessed using an internet-enabled device. This class is part of CityOnline and is 16 weeks. For student support and other services, students can check Welcome to CityOnline.
Requisites
Recommended Preparation, Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188
Learning Outcomes