SOC 4520 - Contemporary Social Problems

Institution:

University of Detroit Mercy

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

Focuses upon understanding society and its problems. This course develops a knowledge base to understand the major social problems that occur nationally and cross-culturally. It also explores the underlying causes of social problems and analyzes them from different theoretical perspectives and assists students in developing solutions that are consistent with the appropriate theories, data and conditions in societies. The student is encouraged to consider the implications of the material for their own involvement in diminishing or solving social problems.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udmercy.edu

Phone Number:

(313) 993-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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