Sociology 168 - Social Justice

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University of California-Santa Cruz

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Description:

What is social justice People answer this question differently, depending upon their sociological perspective. Using a combination of political philosophy and sociological studies, explore five perspectives on social justice within the Western sociological tradition: utilitarianism, Marxism, liberal egalitarianism, communitarianism, and pluralism. Students pick a topic and learn to articulate different visions of socially just change based on these perspectives. Prerequisite(s): course 105A. Enrollment limited to 60. E. DuPuis

Credits:

1.25

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ucsc.edu/

Phone Number:

(831) 459-0111

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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