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Gray M Kochhar-Lindgren
BIS 300
Bothell Campus

Interdisciplinary Inquiry

Introduction to advanced work in interdisciplinary studies centered on broadly based questions and problems. Stresses the skills necessary to engage in upper-division research and learning in the Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Program.

Class description

SPRING 2009: By focusing on the conceptual figure of the puppet and its many analogues, we will work with each other to examine the nature of interdisciplinary research in relationship to the interpretation of texts, things,images, and socialities; to ask how we can most fruitfully employ a variety of research sites including databases, archives, the campus, community organizations, and everyday life. We will also think together about how we can make appropriately scaled creative interventions into the areas of our interests and will work to better understand the organization, faculty, and the portfolio process in the IAS.

Student learning goals

Learning to become an IAS major through attention to interdisciplinary thinking and research, as well as to the IAS Learning Goals

Identifying and using a variety of research sites and methods

Increasing observation and analytic skills in writing, presentation, and making

Getting to know your peers and the IAS faculty

Understanding more about the uncanny figure of the puppet

General method of instruction

Reading, writing, creative practices, media and web activities, reflection, research maps and models, play.

Recommended preparation

Curiosity, hard work, as much reading as possible, attention to popular culture, and a willingness to explore demanding subjects.

Class assignments and grading


The information above is intended to be helpful in choosing courses. Because the instructor may further develop his/her plans for this course, its characteristics are subject to change without notice. In most cases, the official course syllabus will be distributed on the first day of class.
Last Update by Gray M Kochhar-Lindgren
Date: 01/25/2009