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Karen Beckman

About the Professor

Karen Beckman is a professor of Cinema and Modern Media in the department of the History of Art. Her work primarily focuses on the humanistic realm of film; politics, culture, theories, and visual analyses. She regards Miriam Hansen and Tom Gunning as the best writers within the field.

Personal Writing Process

Professor Beckman begins by reading within the fiend to gain an understanding of style. Next, she creates a plan for her writing. She often utilizes a poster board and post-it notes to help organize her thoughts. As she writers, she crosses off ideas and rearranges the plan in order to stick to the central argument. Lastly, she presents the work to other authors in the field, receiving peer reviews and critiques as she approaches a final draft.