Con Issues in Span Speak World

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This course will offer students the opportunity to examine and analyze contemporary issues in Peru society along with the broad themes of Peruvian history and cultural heritage that continue to influence the lives of Peruvians. Through the incorporation of a variety of authentic texts, students investigate, discuss, and compose position papers on social justice issues. An online collaborative component engages students in interaction with Peruvian students enrolled at the Jesuit University of Antonio Ruiz de Montoya in Lima, Peru. The course will feature virtual collaborative tasks and activities related to social issues of global dimension, a research project and presentation. Possible themes include existence of multiple linguistic and cultural ethnicities, economic and political issues, religious traditions, family patterns and violence against women, access to education and clean water, societal ethics and philosophy, artistic and musical forms. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisites: SPAN300 Course Attributes: Peace & Justice Studies Minor College of Arts & Sciences Classics & Modern Languages