HUMA 24906 - What is Civic Knowledge

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University of Chicago

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PQ: Third- or fourth-year standing. What is civic knowledge Although civic rights and duties are supposedly universal to all citizens in a "democratic" nation, their implementation often depends on the strength of community connections and the circulation of knowledge across racial, class, and social boundaries. Focusing on the city of Chicago, we ask how citizens (in their roles as citizens) forge communities, make urban plans, and participate in civic affairs. How does the city construct the public spheres of its residents Are the social practices of Chicagoans truly "democratic" Could they be What does "Chicago" stand for, as a political and cultural symbol For both Chicagoans and their representatives, the circulation of knowledge depends not only on conventional media but also on how the city is constructed and managed through digital med ia. R. Schultz, M. Browning. Autum

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3.00

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Lecture

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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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