SOCI 255 - Environmental Sociology

Institution:

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

This course introduces the basic concepts, theories, and empirical research of environmental sociology. Students will utilize the "sociological imagination" to come to a deeper understanding of the social roots of environmental issues- a topic of vital importance in our contemporary world. The manner of which humans impact the environment, and environmental issues impact society, will be interrogated. Included in discussion will be the roles of technology, consumption and production, population trends, culture, social movements, and more in both contributing to and reacting to environmental issues. When finished with this course, students will have a much better understanding of the scope, causes, and consequences of environmental issues, as well as potential solutions.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/28/2023 - 08/25/2024 

Institution Website:

www.ship.edu/

Phone Number:

(717) 477-7447

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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