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ANALYSIS OF CURRENT EVENTS

Offered By: Foothill College via California Community Colleges System

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History Courses Political Science Courses Journalism Courses Critical Thinking Courses Media Literacy Courses Civic Engagement Courses

Course Description

Overview

Intended for civic-minded disabled adults to sharpen memory, critical thinking, and discussion and debate skills, through the study of news stories that impact their everyday lives. Through the lens of life experience and longevity, students analyze current events while reflecting on related past events. The course draws heavily on newspapers, magazines, news clips, cartoons, and the blogosphere to support class discussion.

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