SOC2520

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Social Problems

Course Description

This course analyzes various social problems from a sociological perspective. We examine the social, economic, and ideological causes and solutions of racism, sexism, transphobia, homophobia, poverty, crime and violence, drug abuse, and human population and environmental change. Emphasis is on American society, but international comparisons are made when those countries offer solutions to the problem at hand. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J occasionally; C occasionally.

Academic Level (Course Level)

CR

Schedule Type

Lecture, Interactive TV

Grade Modes

Audit, Special Audit, Standard Letter Grade, Credit/Fail Standard Letter

Instructional Methods

In Person (on campus)

Course Attributes

ALUR, APLN, CULU, DIVE, E, GLPS, L, S, SOCS