OLS 163 - Critical Thinking through Film

2 CR

Students view and analyze a variety of fiction, non-fiction, and historical fiction films, and decode character, plot, organization, ideas, themes, imagery, cultural influences, and symbolism. Students will also interpret implied meanings from a film and connect them with other films, stories, or events. Course is graded Credit/No Credit.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Program.

Course Outcomes

Identify and discuss the elements of film.
Summarize the plot in the film.
Compare and contrast similar themes and messages in films.
Compare a situation that correlates with a film and a personal life experience.
Discuss the theme of a film using evidence from the film.
Compare opinions of others related to controversial film messages.
Identify and discuss examples from the film that support one’s personal point of view.
Describe the similarities and differences of the films viewed during this course.

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