ANTH 20405 /30405 - Anthropology of Disability

Institution:

University of Chicago

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Description:

PQ: Third- or fourth-year standing. This seminar undertakes to explore "disability" from an anthropological perspective that recognizes it as a socially constructed concept with implications for our understanding of fundamental issues about culture, society, and individual differences. We explore a wide range of theoretical, legal, ethical, and policy issues as they relate to the experiences of persons with disabilities, their families, and advocates. The final project is a presentation on the fieldwork . M. Fred. Autumn.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

WWW.UCHICAGO.EDU

Phone Number:

(773) 702-1234

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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