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Social Problems

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/27/25 - 5/14/25
TBA		 Online 3 $1984 (guest students)
Date
1/27/25 - 5/14/25
Time
TBA
Location
Online
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1984 (guest students)

Description

This course will examine social problems with a focus on the United States through various sociological perspectives. We will apply the analytical insights and theoretical frameworks of sociology to understand which issues are constituted social problems and how social conditions may lead to the development of contemporary social problems. Additionally, we will explore possible strategies and solutions to address social inequality.

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/27/2025 - 5/14/2025

Location

Online

Enrolled / Capacity

35 / 35

Status

Closed

Instructor

Karla Odenwald

Tuition*

$1984 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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