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Kanta A Kochhar
BIS 341
Bothell Campus

Topics in the Study of Culture

Examines the study of cultural forms, artifacts, and practices. May include art, art history, literature, theater, music history, ethnomusicology, dance, and/or religion. Topics and approaches may vary with instructor.

Class description

Creativity Studies

In this course we will investigate the significance of the creative process, and more particularly, how it acts as an interdisciplinary methodology for generating new cultural forms. After an introduction to models and practices of creativity across cultures, we will explore several key examples in the history of creativity, particularly as they relate to both the arts and sciences, as well as some of the applications of the creative process. As we consider various aspects of creativity, we will develop numerous methods for exploring, shaping, and refining our ideas through writing as well as a workshop component in class in order to interact with the materials at multiple levels. For more on this course, please feel free to contact Dr. Kochhar-Lindgren at KKochhar@uwb.edu

Student learning goals

General method of instruction

This course includes a combination of lecture, film, discussion, and workshop activities.

Recommended preparation

Enthusiasm and inquisitiveness

Class assignments and grading

Participation (discussion, small and large group exercises), short writing assignments, two tests, and final project

Participation (discussion, small and large group exercises), short writing assignments, two tests, and final project


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 Kanta A Kochhar
Date: 10/17/2003