Cultures and Societies of the World: Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean

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Overview

Subject area

CLDV

Catalog Number

201

Course Title

Cultures and Societies of the World: Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean

Description

Study of the major post WW II demographic, geo-political and societal changes in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean. An investigation of the cultures and traditions from the pre-discovery and colonization and independence period up to the 1930's. An assessment of contemporary cultural values, beliefs, mores, religion and family structure. The impact of urbanization and industrialization on gender, race and class. An introduction to literary and artistic expressions and contributions.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

021915

Course Schedule