NF 150 - food And Culture

Institution:

Antelope Valley College

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Description:

3 units 3 hours weekly Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 101 and READ 099. Study of culture and home life of varying populations. The study of each culture begins with a history of the group in its native environment then moves to its history and current demographics in the United States. Worldview (outlook on life) is then studied: including religion, gender expectations, family structure and traditional health practices. Immigrant influence on American cooking, as well as impact on the health care system, will be analyzed and compared. Course includes sampling of food characteristic to the cultures studied. The course will encourage self-examination and individual cultural identification as well as cultural bias of the student. It expands attitudes toward diversity and is essential for health care providers, food service professionals, dietitians and nutritionist. (CSU, AVC)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.avc.edu

Phone Number:

(661) 722-6300

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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