15 Aug Movie Analysis of LEAN on ME
LEAN ON ME FILM ANALYSIS
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Watch the movie “Lean On Me" starring Morgan Freeman.
Answer the questions below using narrative formatting.
- Explain and describe the “corporate” culture of the High School before and during Joe Clark’s administration?
- Joe Clark establishes his authority right away and maintains his authority throughout the movie. Using the textbook, how would you describe and assess Mr. Clark’s organizational interventions?
- How does he do this?
- How does his style of leadership get him into trouble?
- How does his style of leadership help him to succeed?
- What were the "positives and negatives" associated with Mr. Clark’s organizational interventions?
- Even though the term “Crazy Joe” was used for Clark’s actions of locking the school doors and carrying around a baseball bat, his dealings with his teachers may truly be most indicative of his being “crazy.” Please briefly describe any other thoughts you had pertaining to the movie and its relevance to the OD subject matter.
- What does Mr. Clark do to flex his muscles over his teachers?
- Is he ever able to mend the problems?
Reminders:
- Use complete sentences, structured paragraphs, and proper grammar/mechanics.
- Use what you’ve learned in your weekly readings to help formulate your responses.
- Feel free to use resources outside of your textbook to support your responses as well. Cite ALL sources, including the textbook, in APA 7th edition format.
- Review the grading rubric prior to completing this assignment.
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REMEMBER - you MUST link the film as it relates to course principles. Support ALL opinions using reputable/academic sources. Cite ALL resources using APA 7 formatting. Use in-text citations appropriately and references all sources at the end of your analysis.
