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Childhood and Social Institutions 2225F/G
SYSTEMS AND CHILDHOODS
This course delineates the constructions of childhoods within various formal social institutions and the influence of such constructions on the structuring of inter-generational relationships. Systems initiatives in areas such as environmental education, learning environments, civic engagement, and child directed organizations are examined. Majority and minority world comparison are undertaken to highlight the significance of various contexts.