SOCI 317 - Sociology of Poverty

Institution:

University of Baltimore

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Description:

Examines the sources and dynamics of poverty in contemporary society from a sociological perspective.Human service, income and job programs designed specifically to address the needs of the poor are reviewed and critiqued. Special attention is given to groups disproportionately found in poverty, such as the young, the old and the disabled.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ubalt.edu

Phone Number:

(410) 837-4200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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