Ethnic Studies & Philosophy
Course Number: CER2100/ CPG2200
1/2 credit each
Description: Grade 9. Ethnic Studies. This course will be paired with Philosophy for 9th graders. This course examines the dynamic interactions among various groups in American society today. It looks at social justice, equity, power, economic parity, and voice in terms of ethnicities, minorities, disenfranchised groups, and critically reviews differences between “ideal” democracy and the realities of today. The course incorporates the use of class discussions and service learning.
Description: Grade 9. Philosophy. This course will be paired with Ethnic Studies for 9th graders. Students will examine historical and contemporary issues using dialogue, Socratic discussion, logic, and empathy. They will examine diverse cultural beliefs, values, activities, and behaviors of various cultural groups by engaging in thoughtful, logical, and reflective discourse and conversation. Part of this analysis will focus on reading the book “Tattoo” by Chris McKinney to examine the indicators of violence and how the characters would have done things differently to produce positive outcomes. For more information, please see letter.