Animals, Self, and Society
Examine complex human-animal relationships through sociological perspectives, exploring cultural constructs and modern interactions in various contexts.
Examine complex human-animal relationships through sociological perspectives, exploring cultural constructs and modern interactions in various contexts.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Animals and Society Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Understand how animals serve as cultural symbols and metaphors
Analyze media representations of animals
Examine the dynamics of human-pet relationships
Identify factors contributing to animal abuse
Explore human-wildlife conflicts
Evaluate societal attitudes toward different animal species
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1.8 Hours PreRecorded video
2 quizzes
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There are 4 modules in this course
This course examines the complex relationships between animals and human society, exploring how animals function as symbols and metaphors in culture, media, and social structures. Students investigate human-animal bonds, including both beneficial relationships and instances of abuse, while also studying wildlife encounters and conflicts. The curriculum covers four main modules that analyze how animals are socially constructed, the nature of pet relationships, animal abuse issues, and human interactions with wildlife.
Thinking with Animals
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Close Relationships
Module 2 · 39 Minutes to complete
The Dark Side
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Wild(life) Encounters
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Professor of Sociology
Leslie Irvine is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she also serves as the Director of the Animals and Society Certificate Program. She earned her Ph.D. from Stony Brook University and has dedicated her academic career to exploring the complex roles that animals play in society. Dr. Irvine is the author of several influential books, including My Dog Always Eats First, which examines the relationships between homeless individuals and their companion animals, and Filling the Ark: Animal Welfare in Disasters, which reflects on her experiences working with animals rescued after Hurricane Katrina.Her research interests encompass a wide range of topics, including animal sheltering, animal abuse, and the feminization of veterinary medicine. Dr. Irvine's work has been published in various academic journals, and she has received numerous accolades for her teaching and leadership, including awards for excellence in mentorship and service. At CU Boulder, she teaches courses such as "Animals and Institutions," "Animals, Self, and Society," and "The Changing Status and Perception of Animals," where she engages students in critical discussions about human-animal relationships and their implications for society. Through her scholarship and teaching, Leslie Irvine continues to advance the understanding of animals' significance within social contexts.
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