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  • SC 209: Global Environmental Change

    4.00 Credits
    Emerson College

    Engages students in in-depth study of ecological principles and environmental issues having scientific, economic, and social dimensions of global significance. Subject areas include global warming and the greenhouse effect, water supply, ozone depletion, loss of habitat, biodiversity loss, and population growth. Recent research into biogeography, species extinction, natural resource management, and ecosystem dynamics are included. Includes field research requirements and participation in a three-day field study. (Semester varies)
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  • SC 231: Physics for the Media

    4.00 Credits
    Emerson College

    An introduction to the physical properties of sound, light, electricity, and basic mechanics. Students apply basic physics concepts to related fields in communication and develop an understanding of the transfer of scientific experimentation and theory into technological practice. Requires some basic mathematics skills. (Spring semester)
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  • SC 280: Science and Society

    4.00 Credits
    Emerson College

    Students develop an understanding of the role of science in their lives and their role in interpreting and applying scientific information. Science is viewed as a process and as content, involving issues such as proof, fact, effects of observation, theories, laws, and similar concepts. Connections among science, technology, and the arts and the humanities are viewed as integrated means for society to function. Includes analysis of case studies, readings, problem solving exercises, and exercises in developing critical thinking skills.
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  • SC 290: Topics in Science

    4.00 Credits
    Emerson College

    Special offerings in science focused on theoretical perspectives, methodological approaches, contemporary questions in human biology and the physical sciences, and interdisciplinary issues involving science and other fields. (Semester varies)
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  • SC 498: Directed Study 2 or

    4.00 Credits
    Emerson College

    Students select an area of special interest, prepare a bibliography and program of study, and make arrangements for regular meetings with the instructor. Prerequisites: 3.0 GPA and permission of instructor and department chair.
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  • SO 200: Communities and Race Relations

    4.00 Credits
    Emerson College

    History and sociology of racial and ethnic groups in United States including consideration of group tensions and aggressions. Overview of social experiences of major ethnic groups that entered the U.S., and selected Native American societies. Modern issues of inter-group relations examined. Fulfills Social and Psychological Perspective and General Education U.S. Diversity requirement. (Semester varies)
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  • SO 206: Gender in a Global Perspective

    4.00 Credits
    Emerson College

    Gender in a comparative and global context framed by interdisciplinary perspectives from sociology, anthropology, psychology, and cultural studies; social construction of gender across cultures; globalization as web of complex forces shaping gender-construction activities and institutions; compare experiences with other cultures; analyze work, play, and intimacy and institutional structures including religion, politics, military, media, and the economy. Fulfills Social and Psychological Perspective and General Education Global Diversity requirement. (Semester varies) problems borne by certain groups. Fulfills Ethics and Values Perspective of General Education requirement. (Semester varies)
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  • SO 207: Dance, Ritual, and Society

    4.00 Credits
    Emerson College

    Sociological examination of dance and ritual in creating and challenging societal order in diverse cultures throughout the United States and the world. Use interdisciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives primarily from sociology, anthropology, and psychology as introduction to dance and ritual studies. Impact of dance and ritual practices on social structure and individual identity. Fulfills Social and Psychological Perspective of General Education requirements. (Semester varies)
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  • SO 208: Visual Society

    4.00 Credits
    Emerson College

    Social theories of economic cultural change describe increasing significance of visual images and decline of texts, oral communication, and face-to-face interactions. Visualization of culture considered in connection to economic globalization and shift from production to consumption economies examined in television, websites, billboards, clothing, and window displays. Visual-ethnographic studies explore effects of visual culture (electronic and digital images, video, film, photography, magazine images) on identity, race, sexuality, politics, opportunity, community, and tradition. Fulfills Social and Psychological Perspective of General Education requirements. (Semester varies)
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  • SO 300: Community, Identity, and Social Advocacy

    4.00 Credits
    Emerson College

    Theory and practice of effective, ethical communication on behalf of constituent groups. Needs assessment, resource identification, development (including grant writing), public advocacy, and program review. Prerequisite: sophomore standing. (Semester varies) economic forms. Ethical dimensions of choice change through personal self-critique or examination of career roles in chosen media specialties. Fulfills Social and Psychological Perspective of General Education requirements. (Semester varies)
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