Race and Membership in American History: The Eugenics Movement

1-3 Units
Independent Study

Course Description

Credit Validation for Facing History and Ourselves Participants Only

This seminar will explore the ideas and practices that emerged from the 'race science' of the Eugenics Movement, the beliefs and policies that supported the racism of the Jim Crow era, and the successes and struggles of school desegregation during the Civil Rights Movement. The seminar will also look at the legacies of this history as we make connections to today.

Course Details

Number of Units: Varies - Graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for educators.

Course Requirements: 

  • Attend all days of the 4-day seminar
  • Complete all daily writing assignments
  • Complete final assignment:  Lesson Plan Unit

Prerequisites:

None

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