Course Description
A cultural analysis of sport and Black cultures. Evolution of
sport as a cultural expression in Black communities. Historical
patterns and current conditions of Blacks' participation in
sport.
Athena Title
Sport and the Black Culture
Prerequisite
Students must be enrolled in a professional program to register for this course.
Semester Course Offered
Not offered on a regular basis.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
- Upon completing this course, students will be able to identify sport as an expression within the Black Culture.
- Upon completing this course, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of how sport has functioned in Black communities.
- Upon completing this course, students will be able to understand the historical presence of Blacks in Sport.
- Upon completing this course, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the theories used to explain Blacks' presence and predominance in certain sports.
Topical Outline
- 1. Week 1 & 2
Introduction (course objectives, requirements, and discussion on Black culture)
Ethnic Notions (video and discussion on the images and origin of stereotypes of Blacks in America)
- 2. Week 3 & 4
Who is Black? (Floyd James Davis)
