Coordinator
Dr. F. de Zwart
Course Description
This course aims to introduce students into main themes and discussions in the literature and practice of management and administration of cultural diversity. Questions concerning ethnic diversity and conflict within national states are high on the political and administrative agenda, around the world. Students who take this course will learn about the fundamental questions, possible solutions, and ongoing discussions concerning this issue. In discussions and explanations, extra attention will be given to the administrative dimension of multiculturalism, a subject that is somewhat neglected in the literature.
Course format
The seminar takes the form of a close reading, analysis and discussion of a series of texts. Work in the seminar is based on discussions of the literature and real world cases. Preparation is essential for participation in the class and for everyone’s learning experience. All the students need to read all texts in advance!
The texts
The articles chosen for this class cover a broad range of theoretical and empirical perspectives.
Each session will start with a 15-20 minutes presentation of an assigned text by the students followed by a discussion chaired by the lecturer. Presentations are NOT intended to be summaries of the texts but critical analyses of the main argument! They should pick out the main themes, questions and arguments and comment on how these relate to the topic of this course. A good presentation initiates discussion (preferably by presenting discussion issues). Visual aids such as overheads are recommended.
Classes are primarily meant to explain and discuss the literature. Students are expected study the literature each week and prepare for class by thinking of questions, critiques, and points for discussion to be brought up. Moreover, students will be assigned presentations of part of the literature.
Course Material
Reader and Blackboard
Examination
Participation, Presentation, Final-paper
Schedule
Monday 31/10 t/m 12/12 in 1A-22
Time: 10-13u