SOC 2025 - Cultural Tapestry: Perspectives in Diversity

Institution:

Johnson & Wales University-North Miami

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Description:

This course approaches the study of diversity by offering students an opportunity to understand the meaning of difference from a multitude of perspectives. Students study how categories of diversity are created, the experience of being perceived as different in society, and the consequences of difference as gauged by the allocation of privilege and resources to differing groups within society. Such categories as race, ethnicity and national identity, socioeconomic status, gender differences, sexual orientation, learning styles and religious affiliation are addressed. Similarities between ethnic groups and cultures are also examined. The sociological paradigms/perspectives are also utilized in the study of diversity. Students shape a presentation that addresses diverse subject matter in an experiential manner. As the course concludes, attention is directed towards identifying strategies that can be employed both on a macrolevel in society and on a micro-level within the students' realm of influence, to broaden the acceptance of differing perspectives in a pluralistic society. Prerequisites: SOC2001 or SOC2901; sophomore status. Quarter Credit Hours 4.5

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jwu.edu

Phone Number:

(305) 892-7000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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