SO 392 - Modern Social Theory

Institution:

Carroll College

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Description:

This course introduces students to important theoretical tools that will enable them to see the world as sociologists do and, in the process, assist them in constructing new theories as social contexts continually change. In addition to highlighting the contributions of some of the discipline's founding theorists (e.g., Marx, Weber, Durkheim and Mead), the course will focus on five of the most significant theoretical perspectives in sociology; conflict theory, functionalism, symbolic interactionism, phenomenological sociology and feminist theory. Prerequisite: SO 101, Junior Standing. Fall semester.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.carroll.edu

Phone Number:

(406) 447-4300

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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