What will you in the Course
Explore the cultural, political, and economic dimensions of sports globally.
Analyze the roles of race, gender, nationalism, and commercialization in sports.
Understand the historical evolution of sports and their societal impacts.
Examine lesser-known sports and their cultural significance.
Develop critical thinking skills through interdisciplinary approaches to sports studies.
Program Overview
Module 1: Getting Started! Games, Play, and Sports
Duration: ~2 hours
Understand the origins and purposes of play and sports.
Explore the development of modern sports.
Case study: Capoeira and its cultural roots.
Module 2: Globalization, Nationalism, and the Politics of Sports
Duration: ~1 hour
Examine the global spread of sports and its political implications.
Discuss nationalism in sports contexts.
Analyze athlete activism and its societal impact.
Module 3: Race, Cultural Identity, and the Sports World
Duration: ~1 hour
Investigate racial dynamics within sports.
Study controversies like Native American mascots.
Understand social demographics in sports participation and viewership.
Module 4: Gender and Sexuality in Sports
Duration: ~1 hour
Explore gender roles and expectations in sports.
Discuss issues faced by LGBTQ+ athletes.
Analyze media representations of gender in sports.
Module 5: Money, Media, and the Business of Sports
Duration: ~1 hour
Understand the commercialization of sports.
Examine media’s role in shaping sports narratives.
Discuss the economic structures supporting sports industries.
Module 6: Sports, Ethics, and Society
Duration: ~1 hour
Delve into ethical dilemmas in sports, such as doping and corruption.
Discuss the role of sports in education and youth development.
Analyze the societal responsibilities of athletes and organizations.
Module 7: Final Reflections and Course Conclusion
Duration: ~1 hour
Summarize key learnings from the course.
Reflect on personal perspectives regarding sports in society.
Prepare for further exploration or application of course concepts.
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Job Outlook
Educators and Academics: Incorporate interdisciplinary perspectives on sports into curricula.
Sports Journalists and Commentators: Enhance analytical depth in reporting.
Policy Makers and Advocates: Inform policies related to sports, equity, and community development.
Marketing and Media Professionals: Understand audience dynamics and cultural contexts.
Sociologists and Anthropologists: Apply course insights to research on societal structures and behaviors.
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Specification: Sports and Society Course
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