HS04149G Sports in American Society
1/2 Year .50 credit
Grades 11 or 12
Students in this course will examine American history, society, and culture through the perspective of sports. Major topics of the course, including economic, ethnic, gender, and contemporary issues, will be explored through literature, film, research, and activities. Additionally, students will become familiar with social interaction, sports organization, social and psychological aspects of sports, team behavior, and the culture of sports at the professional, collegiate, high school, and youth levels.