Course Level: Undergraduate

Selected Topics: Non-recurring (1-6)

Lens on the Past: Producing Historical Documentary Films

This interdisciplinary course combines SOC's Film and Media Art Department's expertise in teaching documentary filmmaking with CAS' History Department's expertise in teaching historical interpretation and research methods. The course focuses on a specific historical time period, theme, or event. Students work in teams to produce several short documentaries focusing on this theme. The course covers the historical context of the central theme along with an introductory history of history documentary film. It addresses the issues of ethics and representation, copyright, and Fair Use guidelines. Students develop practical skills using archival resources, selecting appropriate imagery and sound, and conducting interviews. They learn the arts of storytelling and scriptwriting combined with visual and sound techniques to bring history alive. Prerequisite: permission of school. Meets with COMM-696 001 HIST-496/696 001.

Course Level: Undergraduate

Selected Topics: Non-recurring (1-6)

Collaboration and Team Communication

Changes in communication technologies and the work place have made team building and collaboration an imperative today. This course introduces students to the concepts and skills of forming, monitoring, and managing effective teams, including team motivation, productivity, collaboration, and conflict management. Students have the opportunity to practice their team building and collaborative skills with in-class exercises and online projects.