SOC 215 - The Society of The Disabled

Institution:

Southern Maine Community College

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Description:

This course covers the concepts, structure and diversity of today's society concerning disabled people. The focus is on modern Americans with disabilities (mental and physical) and how they interact with society. Each student will be introducted to a wide range of disabilities through lectures and a practicum. This practicum will be a problem based learning exercise. Students will participate in a classroom disabilities activity that presents real life situations for students to explore so they can gain real world knowledge of the personal and social interaction of a person with disabilities in society. The history of social dynamics and institutions will be explored, coupled with the study of social change and the impact of these changes on the individual and society. Corequisite(s): PSY 100 or SOC 100

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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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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