[CRIS 141] Socio-Cultural Perspectives in Education and Youth Studies
Course Code
CRIS 141
Department
Critical Identity Studies
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Socio-Cultural Perspectives in Education and Youth Studies
Description Override
An exploration of major theories and significant research on the development and explanation of social and cultural differences and how they affect the lives and education of youth. The course will investigate student diversity, with special attention to race, class, gender, language, and the inclusion of students with special needs in general education. Issues are examined mainly through the lenses of sociology, anthropology, and education and youth policy. Using the theories and methodologies of these disciplines, students will critically examine how and why race, class, language, ability and disability, and gender have influenced education. (3B)
Offering #1 Section
03
Offering #1 Timeslot
MWF 11:15 AM-12:15 PM