Children in a Changing World (Diversity)
General
Prefix
CFS
Course Number
260
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Education and Learning Design
Description
Societal change, including the relationship between women and men, and its impact on childhood. Childhood in U.S. ethnic groups and in non-western cultures. Implications for those working with children in education, social services, health care, etc.
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
Yes
MN Goal Designation(s)
08
Cultural Diversity
Yes
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Examine patterns of child-rearing across cultures.
Outcome
Examine varying family structures across cultures.
Outcome
Examine educational practices and philosophies across cultures.
Outcome
Examine gender issues in child-rearing across cultures.
Outcome
Examine the impact of societal change on childhood.
Outcome
Examine family structures, parenting styles, and childhood experiences in various US cultures.
Outcome
Evaluate media and textbooks on issues of bias.
Outcome
Apply knowledge meaningfully to act as a resource person in providing information about a specific culture.
Outcome
Apply critical thinking skills in evaluating racism at individual and cultural levels.
Outcome
Apply critical thinking skills in examining their own cultural values and perceptions and how those impact their behavior.
Dependencies
Programs
CFS260
is a
completion requirement
for: