HD 562 - Advanced Studies in Diversity And Anti- Bias Issues

Institution:

Pacific Oaks College

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Description:

An in-depth, critical examination of the impact of institutional oppression on human service programs for children and adults and the significance of cultural and political contexts on individual development and learning. Students will study new research and methods for working with bicultural children and adults, and develop skills for doing antibias human service work and advocacy. Format is a graduate seminar individualized to the participants' interests and issues. Students are expected to engage in developing their own theoretical and methodological framework for bicultural and anti-bias work. Prerequisites for HD 562: 1. All of the following: a. M.A. or post-baccalaureate student b. Experience working on issues regarding sexism, racism, classism, and disability c. Demonstrated commitment to social justice d. Understanding of the dynamics of institutional and individual biases and use of power, or 2. M.A. or post-baccalaureate student and previous completion of HD 361. Open to graduate students only.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pacificoaks.edu

Phone Number:

(626) 529-8500

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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