Paper+1B






 * ENG112 / Hill**
 * Paper 1B: Cultural Perceptions**
 * Point Value: 25**


 * Assignment**: Select a specific example of a portrayal of disability in our society and analyze it using criteria for acceptable/unacceptable, appropriate/inappropriate, and specific categories of portrayals as outlined by Colin Barnes (“Images of Disability” Handout). Include and respond to the social construct of disability as portrayed in the example, and consider as well the use of the medical vs. the social model of disability if applicable.


 * Goal**: Begin to recognize social portrayals of disability and develop an attitude of response.


 * Specifics**:

MLA Format including works cited page

2-3 pages (500 – 1000 words)

Utilize at least one outside example source (your example – must be clearly documented in text)

Utilize at least one outside analysis source (this can include the class handouts or other materials you have encountered in your journal writing or other research)

Please bring three (3) total copies for peer group response.