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Observing, Recording, Analyzing, Megan Sheehan, Alexandra Castellanos
Observing, Recording, Analyzing, Megan Sheehan, Alexandra Castellanos
Sociology Lectures
Participant observation is a foundational method in anthropology, and observational assignments appear frequently on syllabi. This presentation explores observation assignments as approaches that concurrently develop understandings of course content and ethnographic skills. This paper surveys strategies for incorporating observation assignments into the classroom, interrogating the ways in which these assignments are made most relevant to student learning. Additionally, students reflect upon their experiences, offering their thoughts on the durability of learning outcomes. This presentation reflects on diverse variations of observation-based assignments and offers suggestions for faculty seeking to adjust the ways in which they incorporate observation into the classroom.
Three, Two, One, Action: Incorporating Video Projects In Class Pedagogy, Ellen Block, Arantxa Hernandez-Chaire, Madelyn Konsor, Julia Petron
Three, Two, One, Action: Incorporating Video Projects In Class Pedagogy, Ellen Block, Arantxa Hernandez-Chaire, Madelyn Konsor, Julia Petron
Sociology Lectures
Ethnography is useful as a pedagogical tool because it uncovers layers of meaning, relies on inductive reasoning, and allows students to generate theory grounded in the empirical world. Likewise, using video project assignments encourages deep engagement, increases student recall of new knowledge, and links visual clues to memory. Video projects also encourage creativity and teach transferable technological skills. In this panel, I explore the pedagogical praxis of combining ethnographic methods, such as participant observation and interviewing, with video-making projects to encourage durable learning. Student co-presenters will show clips from their video projects and reflect on the impact of the assignment.