STSS 4540 - Inequality in America

Institution:

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

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Modern societies are characterized by varying degrees of social inequality or differences in education, income, wealth, status, and power. How large are these differences in the U.S. What are their consequences How are they created, and why do they persist We examine such issues using social statistics, ethnographic accounts of people's lives, international comparative data, and theoretical writings on social class. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: STSS 1210 or STSS 1110. When Offered: Offered on availability of instructor. Credit Hours: 4

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rpi.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 276-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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