SCL U113 - Sociology of Sport

Institution:

Northeastern University

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Description:

Applies critical sociological inquiry to the social realm of sports-sport is an important part of most individuals' lives. Students examine sports in social history, including the intersection with other social phenomena such as gender, class, and race. The curriculum covers the modern development of sports within the context of nations, classes, and identities. Topics include the role of play in modern society, the social organization of specific games and sports, and the relation of organized sport to the larger society.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.northeastern.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 373-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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