We will conduct in-class interviews during lab sessions this semester. Students are expected to play the the role of interviewer and interviewee during these sessions so that you get practice both asking and answering questions.

You will interview one of your classmates each week during the lab session. Likewise, you will be the subject of an interview during the same class.

To help record progress of your interviews, I’m asking you to turn in weekly reflections based on your experiences throughout the week.

Weekly Audio Journal Assignment Instructions

Overview

Each week, you are required to submit a three-minute audio journal reflecting on your experiences with the course. This journal should include your thoughts on the class readings, your interview process, and how they all interconnect with the overarching themes of the course, particularly focusing on the concept of alienation in digital media.

Objectives

• To reflect critically on the weekly themes and readings.
• To document and analyze insights from your interviews.
• To engage in a succinct and accurate way, demonstrating your understanding of the material.

Assignment Details

Part I: Interview Reflections (~2 minutes)

• Briefly summarize the key insights gained from your interviews this week. How do these insights relate to the concept of alienation or other themes discussed in class?
• Describe any significant moments or revelations that occurred during the interview process.
• Tell me what worked or what didn’t during your interviews this week? Did you get the content you need to make your final project a success? If not, what will you change next week?

Part II: Reading Reflections (~1 minute)

• Pose a question or insight that the readings prompted for you, something that you found particularly challenging or illuminating.
• Connect the dots between your interview insights and the readings. How do they interact to deepen your understanding of political economy and digital media?