Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2015 - LBST 330 D200

Selected Topics in Labour Studies (3)

Class Number: 4150

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2015: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–2:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 9, 2015
    Wed, 4:00–4:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Instructor:

    Sessional

  • Instructor:

    Benjamin Isitt

  • Prerequisites:

    Strongly recommended: LBST 101 and/or 301.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

The study of issues related to work and/or trade unions not offered in regular courses. Students who have completed special temporary topics course LBST 389 cannot complete this course for further credit when it is offered as "Studying Labour Through Film."

COURSE DETAILS:

Selected Topics - Studying Labour Through Film

A rich and diverse tapestry of films illuminates distinct aspects of the working-class experience— from the Russian silent film Strike (1925), to American classics such as The Salt of the Earth (1954) and Norma Rae (1979), to home-grown Canadian films such as Margaret’s Museum (1995) and the recent British movie Pride (2014). This course, which is organized around weekly screenings and discussions, introduces students to the fascinating world of labour in film and the ways in which class has been depicted cinematically.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

Students will engage ideas and approaches in film theory; develop the ability to critically evaluate films through class analysis and other critical tools; and develop an appreciation of the diverse ways in which filmmakers have engaged themes including the work process, class conflict, gender, race, sexuality, and globalization.

Grading

  • Participation 20%
  • Film Critique #1 10%
  • Film Critique #2 10%
  • Research Essay 35%
  • Final Take-Home Exam 25%

REQUIREMENTS:

All students are expected to read SFU’s policies concerning academic honesty and student conduct (S 10.01 - S10.04). The policies can be read at this website: www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student.html

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Weekly Discussion Readings as indicated on the detailed course syllabus.

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS