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Introduction to Sociology
by Lisa Grey Whitaker- 0.0
8 Weeks
Learn how sociology applies to your everyday life and helps you better communicate and understand people and your environment. This course is part of Global Freshman Academy (GFA), which means you can earn transferable ASU credit toward your college degree. Sociology is about people. Each individual is unique and idiosyncratic. Sometimes we manage to achieve this; sometimes we don’t....
$49
Counseling and Psychotherapy Theory
by HyunRyung Kim , ChangDai Kim- 0.0
9 Weeks
Learn about the theories of counseling and psychotherapy on human change through an easy-to-understand overview. Counseling and Psychotherapy Studies seeks to understand and clarify our mind’s pains, sufferings, and illnesses, and to explore and practice various coping methods. "Counseling and Psychotherapy Theory " examines both traditional and modern theories of counseling theories through rich case illustrations....
$49
Fundamentals of Sociology
by Debora Sepich- 0.0
8 Weeks
This course is an introduction to the study of human social behavior, social groups, and society. The course emphasizes the basic concepts and theories found in the discipline of sociology. This course is an introduction to the study of human social behavior, social groups, and society. The course emphasizes the basic concepts and theories found in the discipline of sociology....
$99
Critical Development Perspectives
by Mark Moran- 0.0
11 Weeks
Gain insight into the different perspectives & trends facing development workers to lead more effectively across sectors & organizations. This course is part of the Leadership in Global Development MicroMasters program. In order to get the most out of this course, we recommend that you have experience working in the development sector or a strong interest in this area....
$375
Human Rights Defenders
by Amnesty International- 0.0
4 Weeks
Human rights defenders have the courage to stand up against injustice. Learn about their stories, struggles and successes. Explore how defenders mitigate risk, take action to defend human rights, and how you can use your voice to join the fight, too. Human rights defenders are people who have the courage to stand up against injustice....
$49
HOPE: Human Odyssey to Political Existentialism
by Uriel Abulof- 0.0
10 Weeks
What sets us apart, and brings us together, as humans? How can we live up to our humanity? Join us as we explore not only "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness" but "death, freedom, and the pursuit of meaning. " In this course, we look for answers to seemingly unsolvable queries: Why breathe?...
Religion and Conflict Transformation
by Judith Oleson , Thomas Porter , Kathryn Common- 0.0
12 Weeks
This course will introduce students to the theology, worldview, and practice of faith-based conflict transformation. It will prepare students to become leaders equipped with basic tools of conflict analysis in families, organizations, communities, and larger systems of oppression. It will provide basic skills for tansforming conflict. Students will articulate and practice what is needed to...
$49
Human Rights, Human Wrongs: Challenging Poverty, Vulnerability and Social Exclusion
by Joshua Castellino , Sarah Bradshaw- 0.0
11 Weeks
With complex legal protections and varying societal norms, how do we ensure rights for all? From women to children to indigenous peoples, the rights of marginalized groups the world over are violated daily. These injustices affect not just these groups, but also the stability of our world – and our collective future....
$49
Culture and Law: The East Asian Perspective
by Maji C. Rhee- 0.0
3 Weeks
Explore legal cultures in East Asia, Confucianism, apology, and Legal Orientalism. In most Western cultures, personal identification is based on the individual, whereas in East Asia, the family registry system has been used to identify individuals. “Confucianism” is one of the common ethical values in East Asia. Confucian values place much emphasis on an individual’s moral obligation to family members....
$49
Leaders in Citizen Security and Justice Management for the Caribbean
by Olga Espinoza , Eduardo Pazinato , Alejandra Mera , Hung-En Sung- 0.0
10 Weeks
Learn about the latest in prevention, police and justice modernization, and social rehabilitation. The high rates of crime and violence are two of the main challenges that affect the citizens of Latin America and the Caribbean. That is why the public policies of citizen security are prioritized in the agendas of the governments of the region....
$25