LSO450 - Cold War Culture: Fear and Escapism
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Subject Title
Cold War Culture: Fear and Escapism
Subject Description
This course explores historical changes and creative innovations during the Cold War, a period of global culture spanning 1945 to 1990 with defining events that continue to have an effect upon our 21st century world. In viewing the Cold War tensions between the ascendant superpowers, students will engage with the contrast between Communism in the Soviet Union and Capitalism in the USA through literature and film of the period. Students will also explore the political expressions that emerge in art, music and theory from emerging capitalist democracies and communist strongholds, notably Cuba, Prague, Paris, Vietnam, Berlin and Beijing.
Credit Status
One upper-level Liberal Studies elective credit.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:
1. Define and explain critical concepts and politics related to the Cold War
2. Identify, categorize, and explain essential characteristics of various genres of culture
3. Assess various national literatures intrinsic to the Cold War
4. Situate main concepts of cultural theory and postmodernism between 1945 and 1990
5. Synthesize interdisciplinary approaches such as history, film, fiction, music and art
6. Connect literary content with widespread cultural media
7. Apply stylistic and research conventions that enhance organizational and communication skills, particularly in written and oral assignments.
Essential Employability Skills
• Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfils the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.
• Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.
• Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.
• Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.
• Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.
• Show respect for diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.
• Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.
• Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.
• Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.
Academic Integrity
Seneca upholds a learning community that values academic integrity, honesty, fairness, trust, respect, responsibility and courage. These values enhance Seneca's commitment to deliver high-quality education and teaching excellence, while supporting a positive learning environment. Ensure that you are aware of Seneca's Academic Integrity Policy which can be found at: http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/academic-integrity-policy.html Review section 2 of the policy for details regarding approaches to supporting integrity. Section 2.3 and Appendix B of the policy describe various sanctions that can be applied, if there is suspected academic misconduct (e.g., contract cheating, cheating, falsification, impersonation or plagiarism).
Please visit the Academic Integrity website http://open2.senecac.on.ca/sites/academic-integrity/for-students to understand and learn more about how to prepare and submit work so that it supports academic integrity, and to avoid academic misconduct.
Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecapolytechnic.ca.
Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Accessibility Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.
Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
Synchronous (live) classes may be delivered in person, in a Flexible Learning space, or online through a Seneca web conferencing platform such as MS Teams or Zoom. Flexible Learning spaces are equipped with cameras, microphones, monitors and speakers that capture and stream instructor and student interactions, providing an in-person experience for students choosing to study online.
Students joining a live class online may be required to have a working camera in order to participate, or for certain activities (e.g. group work, assessments), and high-speed broadband access (e.g. Cable, DSL) is highly recommended. In the event students encounter circumstances that impact their ability to join the platform with their camera on, they should reach out to the professor to discuss. Live classes may be recorded and made available to students to support access to course content and promote student learning and success.
By attending live classes, students are consenting to the collection and use of their personal information for the purposes of administering the class and associated coursework. To learn more about Seneca's privacy practices, visit Privacy Notice.
Prerequisite(s)
ENG106 or its academic equivalent.
Topic Outline
- Historical change in dominant nations of the Cold War
- The politics of democratic expansion and Communism
- Insurgent revolutionary public pressure in various countries
- A clash in worldviews: Soviet communism vs. American expansionism
- The American Dream and growth of countercultures
- Cultural movements in literature, film, theory and media
- Arms race, space race and the rise of environmentalism
- Protesting established political orders with music and publicized events
- Fictional and poetic representations, simulated realities and journalism
Mode of Instruction
Your professor will use a variety of appropriate teaching modes and techniques, such as the following: lecture, question and answer, tutorials, classroom discussion, group work, individual and/or group presentation, videos, computer-aided instruction, online discussions, consultation, guest lectures, etc.
Prescribed Texts
Please see professor's addendum for specific texts.
Reference Material
All students are required to use the following Research Guide for their assignments:
Seneca Libraries. Guide to Research & Citation MLA Style. 8th ed. [Toronto]: Seneca Libraries. 2014.
It can be found at the following link. seneca.libguides.com/mla
Required Supplies
None.
Student Progression and Promotion Policy
http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/student-progression-and-promotion-policy.html
Grading Policyhttp://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/grading-policy.html
| A+ | 90% to 100% |
| A | 80% to 89% |
| B+ | 75% to 79% |
| B | 70% to 74% |
| C+ | 65% to 69% |
| C | 60% to 64% |
| D+ | 55% to 59% |
| D | 50% to 54% |
| F | 0% to 49% (Not a Pass) |
| OR | |
| EXC | Excellent |
| SAT | Satisfactory |
| UNSAT | Unsatisfactory |
To be successful in this course you must achieve a final grade of 50% or higher.
Promotion Policy: Online Courses
Students must earn a cumulative passing grade (minimum 50%) for the term work in order to write the final examination. Students who fail the term work will automatically fail the course, although the professor can allow you to write the exam for practice purposes.
Students who have passed the term work and write the final examination must pass the final examination (minimum 50%) in order to pass the course. Students who fail the examination will automatically fail the course.
Exams for Online Courses
The final exam for this course will be held at Newnham campus. It is your responsibility to ensure that you make the necessary arrangements to write the final exam at Newnham. Should you happen to have another final exam that conflicts with your exam for this course, please inform your professor as soon as possible.
For further information, see a copy of the Academic Policy, available online (http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/academics-and-student-services.html) or at Seneca's Registrar's Offices.(https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/registrar.html).
Modes of Evaluation
Term Work 100%
There is no final exam.
Evaluation of Work
Evaluation is based on correct language usage, organization, and mastery of the subject at a post-secondary level. Students are expected to learn professional standards of performance in the subject areas, and tests and assignments may be graded on that basis. In recognition of the significance of exceptional communication skills in the work place, marks could be deducted for language errors on all tests and exams.
Academic Support & Expectations
Missed Tests / Presentations / In-Class Assignments
Students who miss scheduled tests, presentations, or in-class or online assignments will receive a grade of zero. If there are valid reasons for missing the test, presentation, or in-class assignment, the student MUST:
a) Contact the professor or student advisor by email prior to the start time of the test, presentation, or in-class or online assignment, and
b) Provide documentation where appropriate.
At the professor’s discretion, a make-up test/in-class assignment or new date for the presentation may be granted or the value of the test may be added to a subsequent test or final exam.
Late Assignments
Students who hand in late assignments will receive a penalty of 5% per day to a maximum of five consecutive days (weekends included). Assignments will not be accepted after five consecutive days or as otherwise indicated by your professor. If there are valid reasons for the late assignment the student MUST:
a) Contact the professor by email no later than the date the assignment is due to indicate the assignment will be late, and
b) Provide documentation where appropriate. If the reasons are deemed to be valid by the professor, there will be no penalty.
Attendance and Participation
Consistent attendance is important for success in this subject. If you are absent from class, please notify your professor by e-mail. You are still responsible for the material and assignments missed and may be required to provide documentation. For extensions or special considerations, speak with your professor well in advance of any due dates. Any extensions will not be automatically granted.
Considerate classroom conduct, adequate class preparation, and constructive participation will enhance your academic experience and that of your colleagues. In particular, you are asked to be prompt, courteous, responsible, and collaborative.
Participation in Online Courses
Consistent online access is important for success in this subject. You are responsible for all online material and assignments; in addition, you need to be checking your Seneca e-mail on a daily basis for updates and other related information. While weekly updates and related e-mails will be provided, it is your responsibility to keep up with the content and maintain an active online presence.
Considerate online conduct, adequate preparation, and constructive online participation will be expected from each student and will enhance your academic experience and that of your fellow students. In particular, you are asked to be prompt, courteous, responsible, and collaborative, where relevant.
Learning Centre
The Learning Centre offers academic support to all Seneca students in the form of one-on-one tutoring, small group tutoring, and workshops and can be located at either the Newnham, Markham, York, or King campus. Students can visit The Learning Centre in person to book an appointment or watch a tutorial on booking a tutoring appointment online at www.senecapolytechnic.ca/learningcentres.
Dropping a Subject
There are two deadlines for dropping this subject. If you drop by Day 10 of the semester, the subject will not appear on your transcript. If you drop by the last drop date, the subject will appear on your transcript with a grade of DNC. To drop, please notify your professor, complete a “Timetable Change Form,” and return it to Registration by the deadline. Discuss any possible negative consequences of dropping the subject with your academic coordinator or student advisor.