SO 326 - social Theories of The Environment

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Skidmore College

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How do we make sense of contemporary society's relationship with nature Scholars have produced a rich array of responses to this question that often conflict with one another. These theorists are also concerned with how social thought can be used to guide solutions to environmental problems. Reading original work, we will consider the applicability, insight, and relevancy of a host of perspectives, including ecological Marxism, ecological anarchism, social constructivisim, ecological realism, eco-modernization, and neo- Malthusianism. Prerequisite: SO101 and one other sociology course. R. Scarce

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.skidmore.edu/

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(518) 580-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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