SOCIOLOGY 355 - Globalization

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University of Bridgeport

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Description:

This course examines the phenomenon of globalization as an economic, political, and cultural reality. The focus of lecture and discussion will arise through consideration of treatment of the issue by current social theorists: e.g., Roland Robertson, Peter Berger, Immanuel Wallerstein, Mike Featherstone, Thomas Friedman. Critics of globalization will also be read and considered: e.g., Lourdes Beneira, John Cavanaugh, Joseph Stiglitz. 3 semester hours

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bridgeport.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 576-4000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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