SOC 480 - Social Movements

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Eastern Oregon University

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Description:

This course examines the social and cultural processes involved in efforts to change society using extra-institutional means. Focusing on theoretical debates, it asks why movements occur when they do, explores organizational, and recruitment strategies and tactics, the role of the state and mass media, why movements continue or decline, and their effects on society. Prerequisite: SOC 204 or SOC 205 and upper division standing, or consent of instructor. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.eou.edu

Phone Number:

(541) 962-3672

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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