Synopsis
A national debate erupted in the 1970s over an elementary school program that used graphic images of Inuit life to teach students about their own society.
Synopsis
Inuit families in the Canadian Arctic are central to the 1970s American educational program, Man: A Course of Study (MACOS). The curriculum utilized The Netsilik Film Series, produced by the National Film Board, to present a year in the life of these families. The graphic content sparked intense debate across the United States, revealing tensions between academic perspectives and conservative values. Through These Eyes revisits the controversies surrounding MACOS and its lasting impact on education and cultural understanding.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the impact of MACOS on American education.
- Find out how Inuit culture was portrayed in the 1970s.
- Meet the controversies surrounding The Netsilik Film Series.
Did You Know
- The Netsilik Film Series was a benchmark of visual anthropology.
- MACOS was introduced in American elementary schools during the 1970s.
- The documentary runs for 68 minutes.
- The program faced backlash from both academic and conservative groups.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the purpose of the MACOS program?
MACOS aimed to help students see their own society in a new way by studying the Inuit of the Canadian Arctic.
What is The Netsilik Film Series?
The Netsilik Film Series is a benchmark of visual anthropology that captured a year in the life of an Inuit family.
What controversy arose from the MACOS curriculum?
The graphic images of the Netsilik people created a clash of values, leading to a national debate between academic and conservative forces.
What are people saying?
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