IDIS W11 Adoption & Foster Care for Chinese Children

Through readings, guest lecturers, classroom discussions and experiential learning, students examine the social, medical and educational issues of Chinese children with significant special needs.

Students travel from Beijing to Zhengzhou in the Henan Province of China and learn through active volunteering/observation in foster care homes and a Child Welfare Institute. From Zhengzhou they travel to Hong Kong to compare and contrast issues of adoption in different locales. Students gain an initial understanding of Chinese culture and learn about health and educational services for orphaned children with special needs. Students are personally challenged by issues of faith and compassion as they observe in different programs. This course is a CCE optional course.

Cost

$4986 (estimate)

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