Syllabus
The course structure is based on the concept of Blended learning and combines online with face-to-face learning. Most of the course work takes place in the moodle environment on dl.cuni.cz I. Theoretical Framework Date: Topic Week 1 Introduction to the course and terminology (Ethnicity, Race, Culture, Identity) Week 2 No Class Week 3 Introduction - Concept of Multiculturalism Racisms & Discrimination II. Policy ImplicationsWeek 4 Definitions and forms of discrimination / racism Week 5 Policy Options. (Canada, UK, Netherlands, etc) Week 6 Blue Eyed Week 7 Legislative framework: International Instruments (EU, UN) III. Minority Case StudyWeek 8 The Roma Road (video cum discussion) Week 9 No class IV. Country Case Studies - Student PresentationsWeek 10 No class
Case Study: Week 11 Canada, the Netherlands Week 12 - The Roma/ Gypsies/ TravellersUK, Czech Republic,? Week 13 ? Conclusion Final debate and grades
Annotation
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The aim of the course is to present theoretical and practical framework of multiculturalism in Europe while using comparative studies covering other parts of the world, mainly Canada and USA. The course will also analyze major political and legal instruments for protection of minorities and for elimination of racism. The objective is to enable participants to understand issues of inequality, race, and gender and their impact on policy making and policy implementation. Through learning about the Other participants will also have the opportunity to learn about issues concerning their own cultures and societies. Through active participation and the formulation of policy suggestions (or analysis) students will gain greater understanding of the complexities surrounding the issue of minority rights and policies specific to inequality, race and gender.
To access the online modules of the course go to http://dl.cuni.cz and search for MM202
Course Begins in Feb. 19th
There will be no class April 16 and 23rd due to the instructors absence