SOC 341 - Society Becomes Visible: Classical Social Theory

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Marylhurst University

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This course examines the intellectual movement that led to the discovery of society and the resulting monumental shift in perspective about human behavior. Students will explore Marx, whose vision of society and history inspired generations; Durkheim, who showed how social forces influence the behavior of individuals and the sanctity of social life; Weber, who analyzed the interaction between religious beliefs and the economic life; and Simmel, whose perspective on the life of the modern individual is central to sociological understanding. Prerequisite: SOC 201 or equivalent. Required course for all Sociology majors. Meets LAC outcome: HCC1. 3 crs.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marylhurst.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 636-8141

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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