Popular vs. Folk Culture
Students compare and contrast the characteristics, diffusion, and geographic distribution of popular and folk cultures.
Key Questions
- Compare and contrast the characteristics and diffusion patterns of popular and folk cultures.
- Analyze how globalization impacts the survival and evolution of folk cultures.
- Predict the future relationship between popular and folk culture in a digitally connected world.
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