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The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 7 hours
  • Course by The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Offered by

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From small farms to urban neighborhoods, from the region itself to the more distant worlds of the southern diaspora, we discover the stories, music, and art of the American South.

Modules

Introduction to the American South

    • 6 Videos
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6 Videos

  • Welcome to the American South
  • The Region, the Diaspora, and the Mythic
  • Contested Memory and the Global South
  • Race, Class and Gender
  • My Story
  • Teachers

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    • 1 Assignment
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  • Introduction to the American South

Oral Tradition

    • 8 Videos
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8 Videos

  • A Story Well Told
  • Poppa Jazz talks Heaven and Hell
  • Toasts and Dozens
  • The Auctioneer
  • Trading
  • The Sermon
  • Of the Book and of the Spirit
  • The Key to Southern Culture

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    • 1 Assignment
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  • Oral Tradition

Southern Artists I

    • 6 Videos
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6 Videos

  • Formal and Folk Art
  • Basket Weaving
  • Quilting
  • Folk Sculpture
  • Folk Painting
  • Community Tradition

Southern Artists II

    • 5 Videos
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5 Videos

  • Black and White Photography
  • Color Photography
  • Sense of Place
  • Sense of History
  • Literature's Influence

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    • 1 Assignment
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  • Southern Artists

Southern Writers

    • 7 Videos
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7 Videos

  • Southern Letters
  • The Voice
  • The Short Story
  • Eudora Welty and Cleanth Brooks: Literary Friends
  • Southern Novelists
  • Alice Walker: Regions of the Heart
  • The Question of Black Humanity

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  • Southern Writers

Roots Music

    • 8 Videos
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8 Videos

  • One-Strand on the Wall
  • Country Roots
  • Fife and Drum
  • Sacred Harp
  • Spirituals
  • "Our Father"
  • Gospel
  • Work Chants

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    • 1 Assignment
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  • Roots Music

The Blues

    • 8 Videos
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8 Videos

  • The Heart of Oral Tradition
  • Country Blues
  • Urban Blues
  • Saturday Night, Sunday Morning
  • Where Do the Blues Come From?
  • The Club Circuit
  • Professor of the Blues
  • The Family

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    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Blues

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  • Additional Resources

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Explore the rich cultural tapestry of the American South with "The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art," an immersive Arts & Humanities course offered by Coursera. Guided by expert instructors, this foundational course delves into the diverse narratives, vibrant music, and distinctive art forms that define the region. Spanning 420 minutes of engaging content, it covers everything from rural farms to bustling urban neighborhoods, and extends to the southern diaspora's global influence. Whether you're a professional seeking deeper cultural insights or just starting your journey into the humanities, this course caters to all levels. Flexible subscription options, including Professional and Starter plans, make it accessible for everyone eager to uncover the stories that shape the American South. Join us for a captivating educational experience that celebrates the unique heritage and creative expressions of this fascinating region.

Dr. William Ferris
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Dr. William Ferris