SOC 250 - Community Forces in Hawai'i

Institution:

Leeward Community College

Subject:

Description:

This course is designed to acquaint the student with sociological principles and the application of these principles to aid in the awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the unique social environment of the State of Hawaii. Fundamental concepts of sociology in the area of race relations are presented with emphasis on Hawaii's unique potential "melting pot" social environment and the development of an "unorthodox race doctrine" for Hawaii. Sociological aspects of the various cultural contributions by the ethnic groups to Hawaii including values, concepts, practices, history, and language are also investigated. ( Rec Preparation: ENG 21 or ENG 22 with a grade of C or better or equivalent.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.leeward.hawaii.edu

Phone Number:

(808) 455-0011

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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