DSRS1209 Human Diversity

Dr Fiona Rillotta

2019

4.5

1 x 1.5-hour lecture weekly
1 x 1.5-hour tutorial weekly

This topic will provide an introduction to the subject of human diversity. Students will be provided with the opportunity to reflect upon the heterogeneous world of individuals who are considered to be "different" in some way. Particular attention will be given to the ways in which society defines, fosters, and attempts to recognise and address the needs of diverse groups of people. Attitudes towards individual groups of people and the interrelationships between historical responses, societal institutions and needs of persons from diverse groups will also be examined.

Demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes “human diversity” and identify the advantages and challenges of living in a world of human diversity.
Demonstrate an increased awareness and understanding of issues related to human diversity. Demonstrate an understanding of how and why people are defined as being “different”.
Demonstrate an understanding of some of the myths and misconceptions regarding people who are considered to be “different”.
Articulate an increased understanding of their own attitudes and values regarding people who are considered to be “different”.
Integrate subject content into their own area of study, career goals, and personal life.

At the completion of this topic students will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes "human diversity".
Identify the advantages and challenges of living in a word of human diversity.
Demonstrate an increased awareness and understanding of issues related to human diversity.
Demonstrate an understanding of how and why people are defined as being "different".
Explain the effects that being different has upon both the person and his/her family.
Demonstrate an understanding of some of the myths and misconceptions regarding people who are considered to be "different".
Articulate an increased understanding of their own attitudes and values regarding people who are considered to be "different".
Integrate subject content into their own area of study, career goals, and personal life.

Key dates and timetable

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