Language and Culture in Contemporary North Africa
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Overview
Subject area
ARB
Catalog Number
25700
Course Title
Language and Culture in Contemporary North Africa
Department(s)
Description
North Africa (Maghreb) is often described as a crossroads of many cultures - Arab, Berber, African, European, and others. Over the course of this semester, we will discuss important issues facing this region, including democratic reform efforts both before and following the Arab spring, Berber language movements and other language debates, colonial and post-colonial struggles, and social and cultural debates surrounding gender and religion. Through readings of key literary, historical, political, and cultural texts, as well as viewing important documentary and fictional film productions, we will examine this fascinating region from multiple vantage points.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
FWG - Flexible Core - World Cultures & Global Issues
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
012520