SO 328 - social Movements And Collective Action

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Skidmore College

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An exploration of the causes and consequences of social movements and episodes of collective action. Many people are dissatisfied with existing economic, political or social arrangements, yet relatively few individuals attempt to bring about social change by participating in organized social protest. What is it that differentiates those who participate from those who do not This course approaches this central question from a variety of theoretical perspectives. Movements as diverse as those for civil rights and the environment will be examined. Prerequisite: SO101. R. Scarce

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.skidmore.edu/

Phone Number:

(518) 580-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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