Memory in the Movies
PSYC 321
Spring 2010
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This course is designed to show how memory works, and it serves as a complement to PSYC/NS&B221: Human Memory. This course is conceptually linked to PSYC/NS&B 221 in terms of topics covered, but it is an independent course. Students may take either course alone or both courses (concurrently or sequentially). Whereas PSYC/NS&B221 provides an in-depth overview of memory by examining psychology and neuroscience research, PSYC321 covers memory through major films and documentaries. Topics include amnesia, person recognition, savant memory, altered memories in science fiction, autobiographical memory, false memory, troubled memory, and memory changes in old age. Two films per week will be used to illustrate aspects of memory. This is not a course about film; it is a course about memory that uses film to inform viewers about memory. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Writing
Students will write short essays relating memory and film every two weeks.
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS PSYC |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (PSYC) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
TBA
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Examinations and Assignments:
Students will write multiple essays during the semester, and complete a final project relating memory and film. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
PSYC 321 is conceptually linked to PSYC/NS&B 221 in terms of the topics covered, but it is an independent course. Students may now take either course alone or both courses.
Preference is given to students who have already completed Psy 221: Human Memory or who wish to take both Psy 221 and Psy 321 during the same semester. Students who wish only to take Psy 321 are admitted as space provides. Students frequently email the instructor during the preceding semester to specify their class year, major, and specific interest in this course. These emails are used by the instructor in filling available seats. |
| Instructor(s): Seamon,John G. Times: ...W... 07:00PM-09:50PM; Location: JUDD113; |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 25 | Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click "Add to My Courses" and "To request a POI electronically, click here" to submit your request. |
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