homework

You will watch this film, take notes and submit your reflection. You will submit your notes with your reflection, so make sure to take notes right from the beginning! Please note, this may seem like a lot of work, but I’m elaborating on the steps because I would like you to follow them all carefully. Another note: please pace yourself; do not try and do this assignment in one sitting.

Get Access

It is available on Amazon Prime. If you do not have Amazon Prime, you can use the free trial, or it is $2 to rent.

Time to watch!

Watch this documentary, but do NOT just watch it passively!

I would like to introduce you to a workflow that you may not be familiar with. While you watch, keep a notebook or your computer close by. It is way too easy when watching a video to sit by passively; however, videos are an extremely powerful way to learn, especially in today’s remote learning world.

When you hear any of the following, write them down as a quote, snippet or blurb:

A concept or an idea that you think is important / significant.

A quote that stands out. (You are required to include at least two in your final reflection!).

Something you want to know more about.

Something you have a question about.

When you write down a quote, you should use quotation marks in your notes and you should write the name of the person who said the quote right after, so that they are credited.

In addition, perhaps most importantly, wherever you are taking notes, be prepared to record. This means that if you are taking notes on pen and paper, you should be holding your pen in writing position while watching, so you can take notes immediately. Same thing for a Google Doc, maybe you would have a second screen of a phone to minimize the problem of switching programs/tabs.

You will submit your notes in the same .doc file, at the beginning of the document.

Time to reflect!

Now that you have you have your notes, write a narrative reflection, weaving together your notes and your thoughts. Use your own words to discuss areas that are of interest, as well include the quotes from people in the film.

Your reflection should be 400 words minimum (not including the notes section), should use appropriate grammar, punctuation and professional writing, and should feature in-text citations and a references section in APA format.

Final Words

This is a wonderful documentary and an interesting topic – have fun and I’m looking forward to your thoughts!