television 40-2903J - Television/Media:Deconstructing Whiteness

Institution:

Columbia College-Chicago

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Description:

In media, racial representation is a significant element on screen, but often an irritation behind closed doors. Can whites write for minority audiences Why aren't there more producers and directors of color Misunderstandings prevail when whites fail to examine their identities, ideology, discomfort, and/or biases. This course will use television and film examples as catalysts for self-examination of whiteness. Readings will lay the groundwork to "try on" our racial identity in a safe communityof media makers. 1 CREDI T PREREQUISITES: 40-2803 CULTURE, RACE AND MEDIA

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colum.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 663-1600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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