SSCI 1003 - Perspectives on Diversity

Institution:

Macon State College has merged with Middle Georgia State University

Subject:

Social Sciences

Description:

This course is designed to assist students in exploring diversity and multiculturism in recent times in America. Students will be challenged to engage in critical thinking as they examine their values to determine their degrees of self acceptance as well as the acceptance of others and to identify and examine diverse cultures. Topics will include ethnocentrism and multiculturism, inclusion and exclusion in education, politics, religion and the media, intercultural interacting, and an examination of various cultures. Critical thinking will be exercised as students are encouraged to examine myths and stereotypes. Lecture/Lab Hours: Three hours per week.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 08/30/2008 

Institution Website:

www.mga.edu

Phone Number:

(478) 471-2700

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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