SOC 2692 - Animals,People,Environment-Field

Institution:

Notre Dame de Namur University

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Description:

This course is a stand-alone, community-based learning class involving on-site visits to locations that facilitate learning about the connections between people, wildlife and our natural environment through direct involvement. Depending on the opportunities available during a given semester, on-site locations might include (but are not limited to) a botanical garden; humane farm; reservoir; wildlife hospital; nature center, museum, community garden project; marine laboratory; salt-marsh ecosystem; woodland preserve; urban restoration endeavor and animal sanctuary/reserve. Within the context of the class, students participate in one or more projects that benefit the eco-community and, in doing so, learn about their part in the local and global systems as well as the complexities of environmental issues. Topics are examined relative to various kinds of cultures including ethnic, social class, gender, region, lifestyle and especially species. Format centers on off-campus activities though classroom-style instruction is involved. This course is deliberately scheduled on weekend days to provide the flexibility and time for the on-site visits. (List of exact activities for the semester are available during early registration).

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ndnu.edu

Phone Number:

(650) 508-3500

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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