Law and Society
CPS Online
Coll of Professional Studies :: Political Science-CPSO
Online Course Delivery Method: Online Asynchronous
Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2024 - Term 2 (10/28/2024 - 12/20/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Fall 2024 - Term 2 (10/28/2024 - 12/20/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
30
CRN: 15256
CRN: 15256
This course is designed to provide an interdisciplinary approach to study of the law, incorporating history, philosophy, economics, political science, sociology, and psychology. Students are introduced to law in society by focusing on social and legal theory analysis from a critical perspective. Beginning with a historical overview of the law, learners explore the variety of forces that shape the law as well as its impact on society at large. In addition, the course provides a basic introduction to legal reasoning and the law in the context of society. Landmark United States Supreme Court criminal and civil cases will also be examined.
Equivalent(s): POL 554G
Campuses not allowed in section: Durham
Attributes: HumanBehav&Social Sys (Gen Ed)
Instructors: JoAnne Shayne
Times & Locations
Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|---|
10/28/2024 | 12/20/2024 | Hours Arranged | ONLINE |
Booklist
Book | Details |
---|---|
LAW+SOCIETY
(3RD 21)
by LIPPMAN Required
|
|