SOC 243 - Sociology of Deviance

Institution:

Gallaudet University

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Description:

This course examines the social construction of deviance. That is, it examines how society makes rules for behavior, how those rules change over time, and who tends to benefit (and who tends to be limited) because of society's rules. The question of whether deviance is "good" or "bad" for society will also be examined. Finally, the course will consider what happens to people who b reak socie ty's rules, both in terms of how society views rule-breakers and how they view themsel

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gallaudet.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 651-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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