Dear All,
In week 4, the leading question is: How do we know what we know? You will explore some errors in thinking, and reflect on how we can avoid making such errors. We will also discuss types of claims, …
Ewa Barnes
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The posts about Beyonce’s song “Formation” were absolutely impressive, very dynamic and fun to read. Many of you went above and beyond the assignment requirements. You noted that the song is about feminism, African American female empowerment and …
Dear All,
Week 3 already! I am excited about reading your quizzes on language and your analysis of “Formation.” Reminder–our week 2 ends tonight, so tonight is also the deadline for week 2 assignments.
This week is all about bias: decoding …
Hi Everyone–I watched all your Flip intros. Thank you so much for your memoirs, and for taking the time to post your video. It was so wonderful to see your faces and hear your voices. When I was reading your …
Some of you said you weren’t able to find the cruelty-free class information, so here it is.
And, in a cruelty-free style, I didn’t deduct any points for the relevant question.
Best,
Prof. Barnes …
Dear Students–Week 1 ends at midnight tonight and Week 2 begins today (there is always this one-day overlap between the corresponding weeks). Please be sure to submit your assignments for Week 1 (Flip introduction, Conversation 1, Quiz 1 and the …
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1. Create a cult. Perhaps start with something you’re interested in, and think of ways your knowledge about this topic could benefit others. Select a leader (you?). Establish the rules of the cult. …
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Select three articles on one topic/ event, either from AllSides or from CNN/ Fox News/MSNBC. On All Sides, you will see many news events covered from three …
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Discuss the following questions:
1. What messages/ themes does Beyonce express through the song and video?
2. Are those messages/ themes similar to your initial reaction to the song …
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Your enormous reply: What is critical thinking? How do the two speakers define it? Why, according to the speakers, is it important? Do you …
