Course Title:
Contemporary Controversies
Course Description:
Helps students develop an understanding of the historical contexts of contemporary controversies. Topics change from year to year, but generally students work through case books of concentrated readings in selected primary and secondary sources on targeted issues: racism, violence, crime, the abortion debate, and so on. Also designed for students in the education program. Addresses major issues in history, humanities, and the social sciences. Using the curriculum and materials developed by Educators for Social Responsibility, the course addresses controversial issues past and present, and introduces students to the dilemmas and techniques for effective teaching on difficult issues.
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Repeatable:
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Additional Information:
Approved course: Arts & Sciences Core-Historical/Ethical/Aesthetic
