Sociology 338 - Welfare States in Comparative Perspective

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Bard College

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GIS, Human Rights, Political Studies, Social Policy This course retraces the main lines of development of the welfare state, examining the social demands and political conflicts out of which "welfare"emerged, and the values and principles that have subsequently informed welfare policies. The course considers debates and conflicts over the scope and aims of welfare states during the last two decades, and examines innovative policy ideas to reform the welfare state or bring it into line with changing realities. Case studies are drawn from Sweden, Germany, Britain, Italy, and the United States; comparison of the piecemeal approach of the latter with more comprehensive European social democracy is a consistent focus. The policy arenas discussed include youth unemployment and job sharing; equal opportunity for women; the social integration of marginalized groups; flexible time regimes; and the challenge of an aging population.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bard.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 758-6822

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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