SOC 210 - Displaced Cultures & Society

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

This course explores the social change created when cultures and societies are forced to relocate as a result of armed conflict or government policy. A variety of examples will be used including the forced resettlement of both the Inuit people in the Artic and the inhabitants of isolated fishing villages in Newfoundland as well as the recent refugee crisis in Darfur, Sudan and the longstanding refugee states of the Palestinian people. It will focus on changes in family structure, education, health, economic activity, and political processes. Students will be encouraged to conduct research and inquiry with local agencies serving refugee populations in the area.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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