READING: Chapter 5
Quote 1: "It’s too often believed by activists that if people just had access to the same information that we do, they would become aware and act on that awareness. So we supply access: problem solved."
Quote 2: "For us, as artistic activists, to employ facts in effective ways, it will be useful for us to have at least a basic understanding of how our minds and brains work. We can then present facts in ways that people can understand, integrate, and, most critically, act upon."
Short Response: In this chapter of the book, the authors emphasize that people don't act solely because they lack information about their environment. To invoke true activism within people, it is important to make sure that they have a deep understanding of the facts and, further on, feel a connection with the message that is being delivered. According to the chapter, an effective use of psychology and creativity can help make information more meaningful, appealing, and actionable, turning basic awareness into motivation.
Audience: Classmates or anyone nearby
Setting: A quiet open space such as a classroom, gym, or outdoors.
Message: Shooting the basketball is a metaphor for taking chances in life.
Instructions:
- Stand still in the center of an open space
- Close your eyes and imagine that you are at the free-throw line of a basketball court holding a ball.
- Dribble the ball and take Aim.
- Shoot the basketball at the basket.
- Say aloud "I made it" or "I missed," depending on what you think happened.
- Then say, " At least I tried."
- Step aside and let the next person take their shot.
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