This class analyzes the portrayal of Alaska’s Iñupiaq and Yup’ik peoples, and Iñuit in Canada and Greenland, as seen in films from the United States, Canada, and Greenland. The focus of the class is on an examination of the social impact of the films and discussion of relevant political, educational, and social topics that affect Alaska Natives. The course also explores how various film techniques are accomplished and how those techniques portray northern peoples in film. This course meets the initial teacher certification requirements of AS 14.20.20(h) and 4 AAC 12.075(b) of the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development, Office of Teacher Education and Certification, Approved Courses (for specific certification requirements, please see http://www.eed.state.ak.us/TeacherCertification/).
Semester Offered
Fall