For this paper, you are going to find a cultural artifact that showcases an aspect of gender (TV show episode, song, movie, TikTok, non-academic article, social movement, picture, billboard, flyer, law, etc.) and analyze it in relation to our class materials and discussions. This should be a 1.5-2 page paper that includes a clear explanation of what the artifact is and then an analysis of it in relation to at least 3 course concepts.
**AI is not permitted for this assignment**
Requirements:
- Cultural Artifact example:
- Pick something that shows us about culture - TV show, podcast, social media real, picture, etc.
- Explain the artifact and it's significance
- Include a link to the example if possible
- Connect your example to 3 key concepts
- Demonstrate understanding of concept
- Clear and thorough connections to artifact
- Concepts should be bolded
- Explain what important things this example shows us about gender and why it is important to discuss. Think about what the example is doing in regards to gender in our world.
- Include references & in-text citations for the concepts that you used
- 1.5-2 pages NOT including references (Times New Roman, 12 pt. font, 1 inch margins, and double-spaced)
IF you have questions about what counts as an artifact or a different direction you would like to focus on, please feel free to reach out.
Rubric
Cultural Artifact
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeArtifactClearly connected to gender Explained and described so audience knows what artifact is Why is this artifact important? |
| 20 pts | ||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConcepts Bolded |
| 3 pts | ||
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome3 conceptsDemonstrates clear understanding of concept, clear connection to artifact, focuses on gender |
| 27 pts | ||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFormatting1.5-2 pages, Times New Roman, 12 pt font, 1" margins, double-spaced APA reference page & in-text citations |
| 10 pts | ||
Total Points: 60 |