SOC 145 - Building Strong Communities:Organizing in Diverse Settings

Institution:

Hofstra University

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

Semester Hours: 3 Periodically Using a case studies approach, we will explore both challenges and opportunities for people from diverse social and cultural backgrounds to work together in the pursuit of common causes. Strategies for overcoming cultural and structural barriers to cooperation will be assessed. Classroom discussions and roleplays will enable students to develop multicultural teaching and facilitation skills. Assignments will involve students both observing and directly participating in small groups attempting to accomplish shared objectives.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.hofstra.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 463-6600

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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