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AF-AM S 2200: Topics in African-American Studies

3.00 Credits

Temple University

Arranged each semester. Please consult with the instructor and/or check the course schedule for specific topic.

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AF-AM S 2201: African Civilization

3.00 Credits

Temple University

A survey of Africa’s contributions to world history and civilization from 5000 B.C. to 1800 A.D. An intensive analysis of the major issues in African civilization.

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AF-AM S 2205: Black Politics in America

3.00 Credits

Temple University

An introduction to the fundamental concepts and principles of American government and politics, with a focus on the ways in which American political institutions have influenced and have been influenced by Black Americans’ quest for political self-determination.

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AF-AM S 2208: Black Folklore: African and African-American

3.00 Credits

Temple University

An overview of the folk literature and oratory of African peoples on the African continent and in the Americas. Covers tales, stories, myths, and proverbs, and their function in society. Brer Rabbit, Ananse, the Flying African, High John de Conquerer, John Henry, Shine, and many other characters are examined.

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AF-AM S 2211: African Politics

3.00 Credits

Temple University

This course is intended to provide students with the necessary historical background to understand and analyze socio-political issues in African society. Topics to be covered will include: the pre-colonial political systems, causes and effects of enslavement and colonialism, liberation movements, and independence.

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AF-AM S 2218: Psychology of the African American Experience

3.00 Credits

Temple University

Examines contemporary perspectives and research on the African experience in America and the relationship of that experience to social and psychological functioning among African Americans. The course also examines the origins of some of the traditional psychological theories about persons of African descent, and examines emerging theories shaped by new perspectives.

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AF-AM S 2248: Public Policy and the Black Community

3.00 Credits

Temple University

This course examines the various dimensions of public policies and their impacts on the Black community in the United States. Using historical, economic, political, sociological and psychological analytic lenses, students will analyze policy within a systems framework, being sure to engage the domains of economics, education, criminal justice, housing and health care. Students will engage/interact with Philadelphia participants in the policy-making process, and will debate key policy issues highlighted during this course.

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AF-AM S 2251: Mass Media and the Black Community

3.00 Credits

Temple University

An examination of the role mass media plays in the African American community. Ownership, access, and image making are a few of the topics discussed. The aim is to develop an appreciation and awareness of the role media play in shaping opinions.

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AF-AM S 2255: Introduction to Research Methods

3.00 Credits

Temple University

Introduction to basic methods of research and methodological issues in African American Studies. This course provides an overview of social research methods, addresses sociocultural issues in research conceptualization, operationalization and design, and introduces basic analytic concepts and operations. Students work in small groups to design an original, IRB-compliant multi-method study to address an issue that local communities deem important to their quality of life.
Note: Offered during Fall semester only. Students should complete AF-AM S 4096 in the Spring immediately after this course. Prerequisite: AF-AM S 1296 (W051) and 1152 (0052)

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AF-AM S 2405: Introduction to Afro-Jewish Studies

3.00 Credits

Temple University

This course will introduce students to the study of African and African-Diaspora Jews. Students will examine and critically assess the various past and present methods used to study Africana Jewish communities. The research and readings will provide students with a basic introduction to Afro-Jewish history, culture and religion. It will also analyze the effects of race and racism on the construction of Afro-Jewish identities.

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