CHUM 227 - Introduction to Social, Cultural, and Critical Theory

Institution:

Wesleyan University

Subject:

Center for the Humanities

Description:

This course will introduce students to some of the major figures and ideas in the inter-related fields of social, cultural, and critical theory. The course combines two distinct components: bi-weekly lectures by Wesleyan faculty (open to everyone) and two weekly discussion meetings (only for enrolled students). The lectures will provide succinct introductions to selected theorists and will reflect the particular intellectual interests of the lecturers; the discussion sessions will provide in-depth textual analysis, debate, frequent writing assignments, and thorough feedback.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wesleyan.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 685-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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