AFRA 320 - History and Significance of Race in America

Institution:

University of Delaware

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Description:

Explore how race and ethnicity interact in the U.S. by examining the social, economic, and political status of various racial groups, mainly Black Americans. Focuses on how race is constructed through the emergence of a common whiteness emerges, and looks at how various ethnic groups became white. Define central ideas such as blackness, race, ethnicity, class and so on. Examine the relationship between racialization, race and racism in the U.S. Review various theoretical approaches to racism and/or prejudice primarily. Examine the historical growth of white supremacy and privilege in sustaining systems of racial and economic inequality. Discuss contemporary issues such as the election of Barack Obama as President of the United States, immigration and the impact of the current economic recession upon race and class relationships in the US.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.udel.edu/

Phone Number:

(302) 831-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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