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o What are the cultural influences of the music? Does the music come from a particular time or region that makes it unique? What is the cultural heritage of this music? What qualities are present as a result? o What are the venues for consumption of the music like? What attracts the fans to these venues? Venues might include large or small concert halls, local bars and clubs, iTunes or MySpace, or local or national television shows. o In what ways do cultural values about race, gender, sexuality, and class difference shape the music? o What aesthetic values are prevalent in the genre you chose? Describe the sound and feel of the music. How are the aesthetic values reflected in the lyrics or messages of the music? o What groups or subcultures does the music tend to appeal to? Why? o What trends are emerging in the consumption and production of popular music in general, and specifically with the musical genre you are focusing on? Include at least one sound clip of a song from the genre you chose. Explain the significance of the song in the context of your presentation. Note: Explicit or offensive music must be put in a historical context and examples should be used appropriately. Format your presentation consistent with APA guidelines, including proper citation for your sound clips. Present your Popular Music Presentation. o For Local Campus students, these are 15 to 20 minute oral presentations accompanied by Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentations. o For Online and Directed Study students, these are Microsoft ® PowerPoint® presentations with notes.
SOC 105 Week 4 Individual Assignment Film and Television Worksheet Individual Assignment: Film and Television Worksheet • Complete the University of Phoenix Material: Film and Television Worksheet, available on your student website. • Provide your responses on the worksheet. Use compete sentences in your responses.
SOC 105 Week 5 Learning Team Assignment Role of Sports in Popular Culture Presentation Learning Team Assignment: Role of Sports in Popular Culture Presentation • Select one of the following contemporary issues in sports and obtain faculty approval for your choice: o Gender equality in sports o Race and sports