AAST 390
The Black Freedom Movement
Catalog Entry
Department Prefix: AAST
Course Number: 390
Course Title: The Black Freedom Movement
Credit Hours: Three hours lecture (3)
Brief Description: This course contextualizes contemporary social movement historiography by exploring the twentieth century's social, political, and economic landscape. It specifically examines the efforts of African American individuals and organizations to dismantle systemic inequities during the modern civil rights and Black Power movements.
Note(s): Humanistic or Artistic Expression designated course. The course encourages continuous examination of humanistic and artistic expressions that shaped the civil rights and Black Power movements.
Detailed Description of Content of Course
The Black Freedom Movement 1955 to the present, explores social movement historiography through a humanistic continuum of socio-political and cultural activism, highlighting significant milestones, evolving strategies, and a the pursuit of racial justice and equality.
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
Students will explore the specific historical and humanistic context of contemporary social movements, delving into the layered nuances, victories, and fault lines of the civil rights and Black Power movements.
Goals and Objectives of the Course
Assessment Measures
Students will demonstrate understanding of diverse ideas and
processes of humanistic inquiry and artistic expression via examination of primary
sources, completion of multiple reflection essays, mid-term and final quizzes, and
a capstone essay.
Review and Approval
January 11 , 2024