USSY 286C - How Photos Shape What We See

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Case Western Reserve University

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Because of both its special ability to convince and its ubiquity, photography has had a major impact on the way we view the world, and particularly in our view of "the other." Just like other major forms of discourse, photography should be approached with a thoughtful and critical attitude. Some of the techniques of critical looking are different from the techniques of critical reading, but the fundamental tasks are very similar. The aim of this seminar is to help students develop an awareness of why and how photographs are such effective media of communication, and to help them develop an ability to read photographs critically. This is, of course, set within a general context of developing critical reading and writing skills. Prereq: Passing letter grade in a 100 level first year seminar in USFS, FSSY, FSCC, FSNA, FSSO or FSCS. Prereq or Coreq: FSTS 100

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.case.edu

Phone Number:

(216) 368-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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