The course deals with the theme of cultural and media construction of stereotypes on specific social categories within the educational context. Stereotypes are social constructions that have often influenced educational paths and have been deconstructed or preserved over time. The course reconstructs the historical steps and the different effects produced by the stereotypes in the present and the role played by the media and the cultural context.
1) E. Justin, Il destino dei bambini zingari, Franco Angeli, Milano 2018
2) L. Bravi, Percorsi storico educativi della memoria europea, Franco Angeli, 2014
Learning Objectives
to know the historical-educational phases of construction and deconstruction of stereotypes built during the period of the European dictatorships, in particular identifying in the media context today a tool for the diffusion of critical thought or of widespread stereotypes never deconstructed
Prerequisites
Basic historiographical knowledge in european historical and educational context
Teaching Methods
frontal lessons, seminars with experts, analysis of experiences on the web, teamwork
