SOC 4510 - Social Deviance

Institution:

Austin Peay State University

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

Description: Deviance is a diverse and controversial concept, which is of great importance to society and individuals. Using primarily a sociological perspective this course will explore definitions of deviance, theoretical perspectives, which attempt to explain deviance, and how deviance is organized and managed. The course will take a social constructionist and interactionist perspective looking at the processes that create and control deviance. Contemporary forms of deviance will also be analyzed and discussed.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.apsu.edu

Phone Number:

(931) 221-7011

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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