Cultural Appropriation is something that can be very harmful and disrespectful to the people or culture being used. It can also be unclear and confusing to know if it’s truly Cultural Appropriation or simply inspiration.
We have seen what could be called examples of appropriation in artists such as George Balanchine, Ruth St. Denis, Jack Cole, and choreographers for Beyonce.
Examples of appropriation can also be seen in fashion, like in ads for Savage cologne and on the runway.
Find a specific example or examples of what you view as appropriation in modern society. Share why you see it as appropriation and what you believe the impact and implications are.
【MUST ANSWER THESE QUESTION!!】Questions to Answer In This Deep Dive:
1. What are examples of Cultural Appropriation you can see in todays arts or culture?
2. What harm might have come through the appropriation?
3. Is any “good” available in examples of Cultural Appropriation? If so, what and how?
【MUST FOLLOW THESE REQUIREMENTS!!】Requirements:
Research & Citations (15 points)
3 + Sources
Points docked if outside of source range
Flow & Structure (10 points)
Content & Ideas (20 points)
Grammar & Mechanics (10 points)
Wordcount & Depth (20 points)
800 – 1300 Words