Using the MP3 to Learn Selections of Marx’s Capital

Abstract

This exercise is most suitable after students have developed a basic understanding of social structures and the historical conditions of capitalism. This exercise requires students to concentrate on a single example: the MP3 commodity. This exercise is designed for students to introduce and develop selections of Marx’s Capital Volume 1, particularly...

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Details

Subject Area(s):

Theory

Resource Type(s):

Assignment

Class Level(s):

College 300

Class Size(s):

Medium

Learning Goals and Assessments

Learning Goal(s):

1. This exercise is designed for students to develop selections of Marx’s Capital Volume 1, particularly elements relating to the key Marxist concepts of commodities and exchange.
2. Understand the concept of use value in a historical and cultural context; understand the forces and relations of production; understand contemporary use value and exchange value;

Goal Assessment(s):

1. The learning goals can be assessed by reviewing the written student work in response to questions 1-4. Instructor notes appear to help aid with assessment of goals.