What does it mean to be a fan? How does the world see fans? How do fans see themselves? In this course we will explore the ways that fandom works as a culture, think about the things that fans do and consider the informal norms of the world of fandom.
At the end of this course, you will:
- Know a little more about the history of fandom
- Understand who fans are and what they do
- Know some of the general norms of fandom communities