SOCIO 861 - Sociology of Deviance

Institution:

Kansas State University

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

A critical examination of the nature, types, and societal reactions to deviant behavior. Special emphasis will be given to the process of stigmatization, the social construction of deviance as a social problem, and the effect of inequalities such as race, gender, class, and sexuality on the process of creating and applying deviant labels to individuals and groups.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.k-state.edu

Phone Number:

(785) 532-6011

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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