Morehouse College
Activism in Sports and Culture
Morehouse College

Activism in Sports and Culture

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Chris Webber

Instructor: Chris Webber

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15 hours to complete
3 weeks at 5 hours a week
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There are 4 modules in this course

The history of activism and sports stretches to the beginnings of athletics in America, but perhaps the most iconic moment of protest was at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City. In this module, you'll learn about the men who took a stand there, the historical context of the act, and how their country and the world responded.

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7 videos2 readings2 quizzes

Not all acts of protest are committed by people who consider themselves activists. In this module, you'll learn about NBA Hall of Fame honoree Spencer Haywood. At 19 he was the youngest American to win a gold medal at the 1968 Olympics. At 21, he brought a lawsuit against the NBA that would forever change the game.

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7 videos9 readings2 quizzes1 peer review

What role do journalists play in activism? Is it better to use an existing platform, or to build their own? In this module you'll witness the evolution of Jemele Hill from ESPN personality to outspoken activist.

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1 video6 readings3 quizzes

This module spans the career of Dr. Harry Edwards. As a sociologist and academic, Dr. Edwards created the field of sports sociology. As an activist, he has supported and counseled athletes in their acts of protest, from the Olympic Project for Human Rights to Colin Kaepernick's protest of the National Anthem.

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1 video7 readings1 quiz1 peer review

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5.0 (7 ratings)
Chris Webber
Morehouse College
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