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Lean on Me Paper

Lean on Me Paper

Q Based on your viewing of the movie, make an argument as to whether you would describe Lean on Me as anti-Black propaganda, pro-Black propaganda, neither, or both, and why. What did you see as the most important ideas being taught about race and agency/structure in the film? What effect, if any, does Joe Clark's being Black have on a movie that strongly utilizes white savior tropes? Minimum Word Count-750 Total points-5 Rubric Lean on Me paper Lean on Me paper Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWord Count Paper is at least 750 words. 1 pts Full Marks 0 pts No Marks 1 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeArgument The student convincingly explains what they think are the key ideologies of Lean on Me, using evidence from the film, and touching on interrelated subjects including agency and structure, and race in America. 3 pts Full Marks 2 pts Less convincing argument The argument is good but at times is unconvincing or irrelevant. 1 pts Least Convincing The argument did not really convince me that the ideological themes identified in the paper were actually important or accurate. 0 pts No Marks 3 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence (Memorable Moments) The student found relevant moments from the film to bolster the argument and show that they watched the movie. 1 pts Full Marks 0 pts No Marks 1 pts Total Points: 5 PreviousNext

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