HUM 215 Module One Journal Guidelines and Rubric

Overview

Creative works have multiple layers of meaning that come from the creators intentions for the work and the audiences interpretation. The creators purpose for creating the work is often an expression of their individual and cultural values and perspectives. The audience also brings their own values and perspectives to their understanding of the work. The means of transmission for a creative workthe way the work is shared with an audiencecan also affect the audiences interpretation. In this assignment, you will explore the layers of meaning of a creative work and the effect of its means of transmission. Use at least one source to support your position.

Directions

For this journal, you will reflect on the layers of meaning of creative works. You will describe how the means of transmission affect the interpretation of a creative work. Specifically, you must address the following rubric criteria:

1. Layers of Meaning: Define what is meant by layers of meaning in a creative work.
2. How is the topic of the creative work a part of the layers of meaning?
3. How do a creators individual perspectives and cultural values relate to a creative work?
4. What ideas, values, and emotions that may be present in a work impact the layers of meaning?
5. Means of Transmission: Describe how the means of transmission of a creative work affects its interpretation by an audience.
6. How would experiencing the work be different depending on the means of transmission?
7. What other interpretations of the work could exist if the work were transmitted in a different way?
8. Value: Explain the value of layers of meaning in a creative work.
9. Reflect on why the layers of meaning are important to interpreting a creative work.

What to Submit

Your submission should be a 1- to 2-page Microsoft Word document with 12-point Times New Roman font, double spacing, and one-inch margins. Use at least 1 source from the module resources or the Shapiro Library to support your journal. Sources should be cited according to APA style both throughout and at the end of your paper.