★ 3 (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-0)
Introduction to a field in sociological inquiry that addresses how individuals and groups influence, and are influenced by, natural resources and environmental conditions. Examination of individual-level influences, such as beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors, as well as broader social-level influences at the institutional and organizational level. Focus is on providing an understanding and appreciation for the interaction between human attitudes, behaviors, and organizations with other components of the ecosystem. Prerequisite: *60 or more. An introductory Sociology course is strongly recommended.
LECTURE A1 (85396)
2023-09-05 - 2023-12-08
TH 12:30 - 13:50 (CAB 235)
★ 3 (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-0)
Introduction to a field in sociological inquiry that addresses how individuals and groups influence, and are influenced by, natural resources and environmental conditions. Examination of individual-level influences, such as beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors, as well as broader social-level influences at the institutional and organizational level. Focus is on providing an understanding and appreciation for the interaction between human attitudes, behaviors, and organizations with other components of the ecosystem. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Not to be taken if credit received for R SOC 450
LECTURE A1 (85397)
2023-09-05 - 2023-12-08
TH 12:30 - 13:50 (CAB 235)
★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)
Public engagement has become increasingly prevalent within contemporary democratic systems of government. This course explores the rationales behind the growth of engagement, and critically examines evolving practice and institutional uptake. An important theme of the course involves and examination of the degree to which citizen engagement contributes to policy and governance adaptation, particularly in response to calls for governance innovations in the face of complex and persistent policy challenges (for instance as related to sustainability or social justice).
LECTURE B1 (18369)
2024-01-08 - 2024-04-12
T 13:00 - 15:50 (ECHA 1-468)
★ 3 (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-0)
In-depth examination of a select set of current theoretical and empirical areas in the sub-discipline of environmental sociology. Examines the relationships among various environmental and social problems and how such problems and undesirable conditions can be and are being addressed. Prerequisite: R SOC 450.
LECTURE B1 (10198)
2024-01-08 - 2024-04-12
W 13:00 - 15:50 (NRE 2-020)