What does it mean to be Italian in 2020? How do young adults, the aging, members of the LGBTQ community, second-generation Italians and immigrants negotiate and construct their identities in Italy today? More specifically, what are the personal histories of these individuals and groups in a nation where ideologies of an imagined homogeneity persist, yet day-to-day, lived experiences shore up visions of a “modern,” multifaceted Italy?
Building on these questions, this course will examine the increasing presence, participation, and visibility of traditionally marginalized persons in Italy. Following a historical introduction that gives context to the Unification and subsequent nation-building projects in Italy, the course draws on an archive of interdisciplinary texts of multiple mediums (visual, auditory, etc.) to illustrate conventions, trends, and exceptions of be(com)ing Italian in 2020.
lead a class discussion
Directions
Working with a partner, you will teach a class session on a specific reading passage (sign up here). In addition to highlighting key themes/topics, your lesson must provide further information on important historical/ cultural/ theoretical content and contexts. You can use the course research guide (under the resources tab) to search for pertinent texts.
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I will model an example of this assignment within the first three weeks of the semester.
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You are required to meet with me at least one week before your assigned lesson so that we can review your lesson plan and the HW you plan to assign to your peers before you lead a class discussion.
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