Description
This course is an introduction to integrative social science that focuses on the topics of climate change, sustainability, and resilience. The course texts emphasize the interaction between individuals, social/cultural/economic/political systems, and the environment. Additionally, this course utilizes experiential learning to engage students with place-based, Native Hawaiian practices for caretaking the environment.
Designation
Diversification: Social Sciences — DS
Course Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs)
- Analyze the multidisciplinary nature of environmental issues.
- Evaluate diverse human-environment relations.
- Apply social science approaches to civic engagement experiences.