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Dec 21, 2024
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SOC 229H - Honors Sociology of Food, Experimental
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Description
This course explores the relationship between food, society and the environment through a sociological lens. It examines social, economic, cultural and political issues around the production, distribution, preparation, consumption and symbolism of food at local, national and global levels. Students reflect on the ethics of food processes and policies and their own food choices.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will
- Examine social processes that shape how food is produced, prepared, and consumed.
- Apply sociological concepts, theories and research methods to food-related issues.
- Analyze problems in the food system, including environmental degradation, labor injustices and equal access to healthy food.
- Evaluate the role of ethnic foods in culinary tourism in the context of globalization.
- Develop their own philosophy of food and eating practices.
Listed Topics
- Food, Culture and Identity
- Food, Diets and Industrialization
- Science, Technology and Agriculture
- Globalization of Food
- Food, Equity and Environment
- Food, Justice and Sustainability
Reference Materials
Current recognized texts, videos, internet resources, and multi-media.
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: - Communication
- Culture Society & Citizenship
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