IDS 100 - Nature And Culture

Institution:

Southern Maine Community College

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Description:

This interdisciplinary course uses the combined perspectives of sciences such as biology, ecology and economics together with history, philosophy and literature to study how cultures and individuals interact with nature. Through close reading of essays, poems and scientific papers, as well as through students' own field observations and writings on their local environment, this course explores the underlying values and ethical judgments involved in making choices on environmental issues that range from the local to global. Topics include basic concepts such as evolution and cell theory and current issues such as animal rights, biotechnology, global warming and biodiversity conservation. No college science background is required. Prerequisite(s): ENG 080, ENG 090, and MAT 020.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smccME.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 741-5500

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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