SOC 308 - African American Oral Culture Diii

Institution:

Salem State University

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Description:

An exploration into the African and New World oral culture. The contributions of the major ethnic/tribal groups such as the Akan, Eve, Yoruba, Mandingo and others, to Black culture in the Americas are highlighted. Blues, Calypso, Meringue, Reggae and Soca lyrics, as components of the oral traditional culture, are also analyzed. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: SOC201 or permission of Department Chairperson.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.salemstate.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 542-6000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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