Weekly Analysis Assignment #3 Go to “course videos” and watch the video titled “Race: The Power of Illusion – Part 1”.
In one document complete the following: (1) Explain the information that you found most interesting and surprising in this film in 5-7 sentences. (
2) Go to the PBS website titled “What is Race? Is Race for Real?” (link is below and under “course readings” on BbL). Click on each of the ten facts listed at the bottom of this web page.
In a short paragraph (275 – 300 words), discuss the top two “facts” on this web page that you think are most commonly misunderstood by people in the USA based on your personal experiences.
Using course terms and concepts (from readings and website), explain why you think these facts are so commonly misunderstood. Spend some additional time navigating this website and learning more about race and racism.
Make sure that you upload this assignment as a PDF! This assignment cannot be submitted more than 2 days late. Link: RACE – The Power of an Illusion .
Remember: it is YOUR responsibility to make sure your computer can stream this video–the due date provides you with plenty on time to deal with computer issues or find an alternative computer.
Consider calling NAU ITS if you have a device that is having trouble course videos.
Worth 3 points
Race: The power of illusion part1 video link –
https://capture.udel.edu/media/RaceA+The+Power+of+an+Illusion%2C+Ep.+1A+The+Difference+Between+us/1_de7u5ihx/180544301
PBS website “What is Race? is Race for real” – https://www.pbs.org/race/001_WhatIsRace/001_00-home.htm
