Introduction to Environmental Sociology
SOCI101
Description
In this course, students will learn about basic concepts in sociology and apply them to the study of the relationship between human societies and the larger, natural environment. This course introduces students to the discipline of sociology by providing perspectives on complex social processes that impact our natural environment. Through reviewing and discussing issues such as culture, economics, racial and gender relations, urbanization, and social movements, this course will provide students with a broader understanding of nature and environmental sustainability. Some questions this course will consider are the following: Why have some societies treated the environment differently than others? Is the reason economic? Is it scientific or technological? Is it religious? How does the distribution of power affect the reasons? This class will cover a wide range of topics in order to give students an opportunity to reflect on how sociology contributes to important debates taking place about society and the environment.
Dates
Apr 7, 2025 — May 11, 2025
May 19, 2025 — Jun 22, 2025
Jul 14, 2025 — Aug 17, 2025
Aug 25, 2025 — Sep 28, 2025
Oct 6, 2025 — Nov 9, 2025
Nov 17, 2025 — Dec 21, 2025
Jan 12, 2026 — Feb 15, 2026
Feb 23, 2026 — Mar 29, 2026
Apr 6, 2026 — May 10, 2026
May 18, 2026 — Jun 21, 2026
Location
Distance Education - Online
Registration Information
For credit cost: $1410
