Visual Literacy in American Indian Studies 101 Robin Miller University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
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Transcript of Visual Literacy in American Indian Studies 101 Robin Miller University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
StandardsStandard 3, Indicator 2 Standard 4, Indicator 2
Evaluates the effectiveness and
reliability of images as visual
communications
Situates an image in its
cultural, social, and historical
contexts
American Indian Studies 101
Broad spectrum of students
Major research assignment
Course-integrated information literacy instruction
Cultural research
Research project +
presentation
Origin story
Material culture
Art
Celebrations Language
Social organization
Major historical
events
Contemporary issues
“Untitled.” Created by Jeremiah M. Murphy. Creative Commons licensed image accessed via Flickr,
http://www.flickr.com/photos/jmm7/5070389438/
“Scalp Dance, Sioux.” 1845-1848. Created by George Catlin. Collection of the Smithsonian American Art Museum.
Who or what do you see represented in this image?
Do you have any personal knowledge that helps you to interpret this image?
Can you draw any conclusions about what this image represents?
What else do we need to know?
Who or what do you see represented in this image?
Do you have any personal knowledge that helps you to interpret this image?
Can you draw any conclusions about what this image represents?
What else do we need to know?
Thank you!Robin MillerResearch & Instruction/Government Publications
LibrarianMcIntyre Library, University of Wisconsin-Eau [email protected]://libguides.uwec.edu/aisimages