SOC 270 - Introduction to Deviant Behavior

Credits: 3

Description
A survey of the contrasting sociological perspectives in the field of deviant behavior as applied to a variety of socially stigmatized behaviors.

Student Learning Outcomes

Compare and contrast the two broad perspectives in the sociology of deviance- positivist and constructionist.
Assess the importance of social location in the deviance producing process.
Recognize the relationship between perspective and public policy when controlling deviant and/or criminal behavior.

Prerequisite: None