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Gray M Kochhar-Lindgren
BIS 300
Bothell Campus
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
