This course explores how racial and ethnic groups shape and are shaped by the American and French political systems.
Terms Offered
Spring 2021
REGISTRATION CURRENTLY NOT OPEN
Course Details
The goal of the course is to contrast the experiences of racial and ethnic minorities in the U.S. with those in France. It is designed to explore how racial and ethnic groups shape and are shaped by the American and French political systems. Among the topics to be covered include the meaning and measurement of race and ethnicity, immigration politics, prejudice, and political representation.
Number of credits: 3
How You Will Learn and Work
This is a Global Classrooms Connections Course. This course will include a blend of synchronous and asynchronous learning.
Cultural Connection
France
General Education Credits
None
School/College
College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
Prerequisites & Restrictions
None
Faculty Highlight
Antoine Banks
Antoine Banks is a Professor in the Department of Government and Politics at the University of Maryland. He is also the Associate Chair and Director of the Government and Politics Experimental Lab. His research interests include racial and ethnic politics, emotions, political psychology, and public opinion. His book, Anger and Racial Politics: The Emotional Foundation of Racial Attitudes in America, published by Cambridge University Press, explores the link between emotions and racial attitudes and the consequences it has for political preferences. His articles have appeared in journals such as American Journal of Political Science, Public Opinion Quarterly, Political Behavior, Political Analysis, and Political Psychology.
Tuition & Scholarship
Course costs should be calculated based on the university’s standard tuition and fees for undergraduate students and graduate students.
Students enrolled in winter and summer Global Classrooms courses may be eligible for the International Education Scholarship.
Cancellation and Refunds
Global Classrooms courses follow UMD's Schedule Adjustment policies.
Questions & Contact Info
For more course information contact Antoine Banks at abanks12@umd.edu.
For general questions, please contact the Global Classrooms team at globalclassrooms@umd.edu.