Assignment 2: Perform an internet search for a VIDEO that provides an introduction to the Old Testament (or Hebrew Bible) or some aspect of Old Testament studies. An easy way to begin this assignment is to search “Introduction to the Old Testament” or “Old Testament” on YouTube (www.youtube.com). Find and watch a video that you would like to evaluate. The purpose of your evaluation is to provide a critical analysis of the information that the video presents about the Old Testament. “Critical” does not necessarily mean negative. Your analysis should be a fair, even-handed evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of the information. Using what you have learned in this course, view the video and evaluate its content related to its usability and reliability. Assignment Length: Minimum 2 double-spaced pages IMPORTANT: Include with your analysis the URL link (website address) for the video you are evaluating. You must choose a video that is an open resource, meaning that it can be accessed anytime, anywhere with an internet connection. DO NOT choose a video that can only be accessed on a secure website.

A final paper (3-5 pages for undergraduate students; 7-10 for graduate students) is due at the last class session. Paper topic must relate to the course but is otherwise open; it may concern a single writer, a selection of writers, or a general writing topic that came out of course discussions (and references the semester’s readings). Not infrequently students find their own creative work affected by the writers they come into contact with in this course. Creative responses are permissible but must include a prose analysis of the relationship between your own new work and the aspect of your course experience that inspired the work. Students wishing to do a creative final project should touch base with Prof. Gelineau (in person or by e-mail) before proceeding.

Final papers must be typed. Should average 250 words per page (the average for double-spaced, normal margins, 12pt Times New Roman, no double spacing between paragraphs).