This course aims at introducing students to the theoretical and methodological approaches of Disability Studies, an expanding field that is not yet well enough known in France. It will be organized in twelve themed sessions focusing on conceptual models used in studying disability, the history of legislative and social policy for impaired persons, representations of disability in literature, the arts and new media. The course offers a particularly worthwhile addition to the skillset of students preparing for careers in law, public administration, education or social work.
Corinne DORIA
Séminaire
English
Autumn 2021-2022
Presentation 15%: Every student is expected to make one 10-minute slide presentation on one of the texts read or topics discussed in this course, providing the major ideas discussed and personal reflections. General presentation topics will be assigned during the first week of class and the specific topic must be approved by the professor. All students are expected to engage with the presentation and need to have questions ready to ask their presenting classmates.
Book review 35%:
Students are required to write a 1000-1500 word review of a book focusing on the topics covered by the course. The book can be chosen from the course's bibliography or by the student (after approval from the instructor).
Final Paper 50%
Students will write a research essay (4000-5000 words) on a topic of choice that must be elaborated in consultation with the instructor. The paper has to analyze an original topic and use original sources.
Rachel Adams, Benjamin Reiss, and David Serlin (eds), Keywords for Disability Studies, New York and London, New York University Press , 2015