AFAM 2010 - Introduction to African American Social Sciences

Institution:

Xavier University of Louisiana

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Description:

This course will introduce students to a general conceptual framework for ordering the social/behavioral theories and methods that people of African descent have used to interpret and understand African American life experiences. In the course, students will be introduced to an interdisciplinary examination of areas of critical inquiry pertaining to the diversity and complexity of the African American experience as it relates to the social sciences. Particular emphasis will be placed on how variables associated with academic areas such as anthropology, communications, political economy, psychology, sociology, and popular culture interact with and impact African Americans. (3 Credits)

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.xula.edu

Phone Number:

(504) 486-7411

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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