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ERIC Number: EJ523752
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1995
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0003-1232
An Empirical Comment on the State of Sociology.
Cappell, Charles L.
American Sociologist, v26 n2 p78-123 Sum 1995
Presents extensive empirical evidence with accompanying explanations concerning the drastic decline in both the quantity and quality of sociology students. Suggests the proliferation of business programs and the rise of conservative ideology as the main culprits. Reviews the American Sociological Association's recommendations for curriculum redesign. (MJP)
Descriptors: Conservatism, Course Selection (Students), Declining Enrollment, Education Work Relationship, Educational Change, Educational Demand, Educational Environment, Educational Quality, Educational Research, Educational Supply, Educational Trends, Higher Education, Intellectual Disciplines, Majors (Students), Social Change, Socioeconomic Influences, Sociology, Statistical Analysis, Student Educational Objectives, Student Interests
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Researchers; Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers: Gans (Herbert J)