Comparative Cultures-Ecuador

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The purpose of this course is for students to learn about, be exposed to, and become immersed in a culture different from their own. During the semester, students will explore a variety of topics and texts related to Ecuadorian culture and society, as well as prepare for the study tour departure. The majority of the study tour will be spent in Cuenca, Ecuador where students will experience Ecuador’s culture, history, indigeneity, language, literature, and environment through classroom instruction, a homestay with a local family, visits to local museums and institutions, as well as day trips to Incan ruins, a national park, and an indigenous community. Students will apply a sociological perspective and theoretical frameworks to understand Ecuadorian culture and daily routines as they compare and contrast them to their own.