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CCMTI: Talking about South Asian Culture and History through Earth

Community College Master Teacher Institute: In celebration of International Education Week 2020, the IRIS International Film Club is sponsoring four talks for community college instructors on teaching international studies through film

Event Details

Date
Thursday, November 12, 2020
Time
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Location
Description
Before the talk, participants are encouraged to watch the film Earth, which shows the consequences of the 1947 Partition of South Asia through the eyes of a child from Lahore (located in present-day Pakistan). Professor Banerjee will then talk about how to use the film to discuss South Asia’s history and culture with students unfamiliar with the region. Earth is available on Amazon.
Cost
Free

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