Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Are LOLCats and Internet Memes Art?

Subject Area

Digital Literacy and Computer Science

Grade(s)

9, 10, 11, 12

Overview

We've all seen and shared a few LOLCats and Internet Memes in our time, but is it possible that these images and videos are actually a new form of art? It may seem strange, but Rage Guys, Advice Dogs, Trollfaces, and Philosoraptors are ways for people around the globe to express their thoughts, feelings, and emotions with others - and isn't that the core principle of art? We think some of history's greatest philosophers and artists might be inclined to agree.

    Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 09-12

    DLCS18.HS.23

    Debate the positive and negative effects of computing innovations in personal, ethical, social, economic, and cultural spheres.

    Unpacked Content

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    Vocabulary

    • innovation
    • ethics
    • social
    • economic

    Knowledge

    Students know:
    • how to discuss positive and negative effects of computing innovations in multiple contexts.
    • that changes in computing innovations can have a range of effects in many contexts.
    • how to communicate their beliefs about computing innovations and the effects caused by advances.

    Skills

    Students are able to:
    • recognize that innovations can have both positive and negative consequences.
    • identify positive and negative effects of innovation.
    • communicate support for or against innovation.

    Understanding

    Students understand that:
    • advancements can also have drawbacks.
    • we are in a state of change that will require adaptation and education to be a constant.
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    Audio/Video

    Resource Provider

    PBS
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    Custom
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