Assignments
Also, have a look at some introductory handouts for writing about film.
Click on the links below to find more information on the written assignments for this class. The links will take you to specific instructions for each assignment.
Understanding Technological Metaphors Midterm exam Digital realities Final paper
After you have made your outline, have a look at the information included in Working on your Final Paper. Finally, there is a lot of basic information in the Final paper handout, including a step-by-step guide on the writing process and some points about editing and including references.
How to do a Visual Close Reading
How to prepare for the midterm
A 2-page paper due 9/25/00 on the representation of technology in film.
The Midterm exam has an in-class component and a take-home component. The exam questions for the take-home part will be posted online on 10/16/00. The completed exam is due in class on 10/23.
Make sure you look at the information and instructions included in this special handout
How to prepare for the Midterm exam
A 2-page paper due 11/13/00 focusing on how cinematic conventions influence web design. You will also use your own web research for this paper.
The final paper is due on Friday December 8, 2000. Please hand it in by 3 p.m. in my mailbox at the Film department.
Make sure you look at the information and instructions included in this special handout Making an Outline for the Final Paper Outline.
This handout will help you select a topic, start your research, and develop an argument for the final paper.
This handout will help you evaluate your work and will show you how to get the most of your research for the final paper.
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