| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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25402 |
4025 |
10 Jan 2024-05 Mar 2024 |
Th |
6:30P-9:30P |
Open |
College Park (Hybrid) |
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Faculty: Rives, Walter N |
Bldg/Room: Tydings Hall 2102 |
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| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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25654 |
4060 |
13 Mar 2024-07 May 2024 |
W |
6:30P-9:30P |
Open |
College Park (Hybrid) |
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Faculty: Poe, T'Pring R |
Bldg/Room: Hornbake Library (Undergrad) 0103 |
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| BEHS 220 |
Diversity Awareness (3) |
An examination of the many dimensions of diversity within the framework of the social sciences. The aim is to learn how to interact and communicate effectively and appropriately within a diverse society. Emphasis is on using critical thinking to understand stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination and how these phenomena affect society. Discussion explores how adopting a social science perspective on diversity can help to address problems in the workplace, community, culture, and society. |
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25653 |
4065 |
13 Mar 2024-07 May 2024 |
Th |
6:30P-9:30P |
Open |
College Park (Hybrid) |
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Faculty: Rives, Walter N |
Bldg/Room: Hornbake Library (Undergrad) 1108 |
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