Paper instructions
After watching the film and completing the media literacy worksheet “quiz”, please write at least 2 paragraphs to me relating the theory from the readings and other material to the film. This could include ways in which you saw specific theories portrayed in the film, how a theory from the readings didn’t match what was shown in the film, theories you felt the film missed, or even how two competing theories played out in the film. This assignment is built as an opportunity for you to show mastery of relevant sociological theories as well as critical analysis applied to the film and the theories. Arguments and opinions must be strengthened by citing quotes or concepts from the assigned readings.
Readings and films:
The film is : Feeding Frenzy: The Food Industry, Obesity and the Creation of a Health Crisis
The readings:
- Mirowsky, John, and Catherine E. Ross. “Education, health, and the default American lifestyle.” Journal of Health and Social Behavior 56.3 (2015): 297-306.
- Budrys (2017). “Healthy and Unhealthy Behaviors: Diet” Unequal Health. Ch 6: 65-78.
- Budrys (2017). “Healthy and Unhealthy Behaviors: Exercise, Smoking, and Substance Abuse” Unequal Health. Ch 6: 79-98.
Sample Solution
