Develop skills for analyzing and interpreting pop culture. Explore the dynamics of fandom, popular culture, and digital media while developing strategies for self-digestion, close reading, and analysis and interpretation.
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No prior knowledge required
No unnecessary risks
How can the things we love—what we watch, what we read, and what we post—make our communities healthier and more vibrant? This question guides fandom and popular culture in the digital age.
In our world of information and connections, three critical needs are emerging:
This course addresses these needs and invites you to a place of contemplation at the intersection of fandom, popular culture, and digital media. We will explore the products of popular culture and the fandom networks that support them.
The course will give you the tools you need to improve your understanding of digital media and define, shape, and transform your identity as a fandom in digital spaces. It is a celebration of you and your communities, what you love, and how that love can unite people to change the world.
The projects in this training series challenge learners to reflect deeply on their experiences, practice close reading, analysis, and interpretation skills, and express their fandom in thoughtful and creative ways.
Learners will practice digital literacy and professional communication skills through:
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