SOCI 235 - Sociology of Sport;3 credits

Institution:

Brookdale Community College

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Description:

This course examines the functions of sport as an emergent social institution in contemporary society. Focusing primarily, but not exclusively upon the U.S., students will apply a sociological perspective to analyze the impact of sports upon culture, socialization, and social deviance. The course will examine the intersection of organized sports with major social institutions like family, education, the mass media, and the economy. There will be an emphasis upon the manifold connections between sport, race, class, and gender. (Prerequisites: ENGL 095 or passing score in English on Basic Skills Test. Prerequisite or corequisite: SOCI 101 is strongly recommended.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.brookdalecc.edu

Phone Number:

(732) 224-2345

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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