SOC 322 - Justice,Equality,and the Challenge of Disability

Institution:

Mercer University

Subject:

Description:

(Same as PLS 322) The course examines the social construction of disability within various cultural settings and historical periods. How do societies construct meanings about disability, cosmology, and personhood The course examines how the social contexts of disability overlap with economy, history, and tradition. Students will develop a knowledge base, and critical and reflective conceptions of ethics and justice in the world with emphasis on the community of persons with disabilities. Service-learning practicum required. (Every two years)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mercer.edu

Phone Number:

(478) 301-2700

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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