SOC 450-1 - Social Theory

Institution:

Charter Oak State College

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Description:

This course is designed to increase the student's understanding of the group life characteristics of urban youth in today's society. This course will provide a conceptual and analytical framework for examining the underlying causes and consequences of social problems that significantly impact the lives of urban youth. Classical and contemporary sociological theories and diverse humanistic perspectives regarding these problems will be considered. Particular attention is given to the influence of poverty, language and cultural diversity, immigration status and social acculturation, racism, sexism, homophobia, and drug and alcohol abuse on social role behavior.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.charteroak.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 515-3800

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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