HUM 186 Wk 3 – The Power of Sounds and Images

Due Thursday

Respond to any one of the following discussion prompts in a minimum of 175 words:

Please Note the Discussion Prompt # in your reply.

Discussion Prompt #1:

Google search for “TEDTalks: Paola Antonelli–Why I brought Pac-Man to MoMA” and watch it. Then reflect on and discuss the following: Antonelli speaks of living between the digital and the physical and interaction design as we experience it in video games, is a big part of that. How do you experience interactive design media in your personal life? Are there games you play? What unique characteristics of these games makes them engaging? Do you think they are culturally significant? Why or why not?

Discussion Prompt #2:

Search on Google, then watch the TEDTalk entitled “Marco Tempest: The electric rise and fall of Nikola Tesla.” Discuss your thoughts on this with the class. This relates to the power of images.

Discussion Prompt #3:

Search on Google, then watch the TEDTalk entitled “Reggie Watts: Beats that defy boxes.” Discuss your thoughts on this with the class. This relates to the power of sounds.

Discussion Prompt #4:

Search on Google, then watch the TEDTalk entitled “The Mystery Box” by J.J. Abrams. Discuss your thoughts on how the entertainment industry effects American Culture.

Discussion Prompt #5: 

What is the function or purpose of public radio and television in a democratic society? How does your local public radio or television station fulfill this purpose?

Over the last 25 years, how has music changed in terms of artistic expression versus money and business? Is it possible for a band or artist to make political commentary in a song today while turning a profit? Why or why not, and what are some examples?

Due Monday

Reply to your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.