Animals and Institutions
This course explores animals within the context of the functional relationships that sociologists call “institutions.” We first examine the use of animals in laboratory science. We then examine the controversial transformation of animals into “livestock” and "meat." We also explore the perspectives of people committed to rejecting the construction and use of animals as food. Next, we focus on some of the roles of animals in human entertainment with particular attention to dog fighting and zoos.
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- Level Foundation
- Duration 5 hours
- Course by University of Colorado Boulder
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This course explores animals within the context of the functional relationships that sociologists call “institutions.” We first examine the use of animals in laboratory science. We then examine the controversial transformation of animals into “livestock” and "meat." We also explore the perspectives of people committed to rejecting the construction and use of animals as food. Next, we focus on some of the roles of animals in human entertainment with particular attention to dog fighting and zoos. Finally, we investigate animal health and welfare through the lens of dilemmas in veterinary medicine and decisions in animal shelters.Modules
Animals in Laboratories
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4
Videos
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1
Readings
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1
Discussion
1
Discussions
- Introduce Yourself
4
Videos
- Course Introduction Video
- Animals in Laboratories Part I
- Animals in Laboratories Part II
- Animals in Laboratories Part III
1
Readings
- Optional Course Readings
Module 1 Assessments
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1
Discussion
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Animals in Laboratories Quiz
1
Discussions
- The Moral Status of Animals in Research
Meat Production and Animal Oppression
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- The Animal-Industrial Complex Part I
- The Animal-Industrial Complex Part II
- To Eat or Not to Eat Animals
Module 2 Assessments
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1
Discussion
1
Discussions
- What’s the Best Diet?
Cultural and Historical Contexts
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- The Meaning of Animal Sport Part I
- The Meaning of Animal Sport Part II
- Captivity (Pros of Zoos)
- Captivity (Cons of Zoos)
Module 3 Assessments
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1
Discussion
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Cultural and Historical Contexts Quiz
1
Discussions
- Do We Need Zoos?
Caring for Animals
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Animal Sheltering Part I
- Animal Sheltering Part II
- Veterinary Medicine Part I
- Veterinary Medicine Part II
Module 4 Assessments
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1
Readings
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2
Discussion
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Photo Essay
2
Discussions
- What Would You Do?
- What Would You Do? (Part 2)
1
Readings
- Optional Readings
Auto Summary
Discover the intricate relationships between animals and societal institutions in this foundational course on Personal Development. Guided by expert instructors from Coursera, delve into topics like laboratory use, livestock transformation, and ethical perspectives on animals as food. Explore the roles of animals in entertainment, focusing on dog fighting and zoos, and examine animal welfare through veterinary dilemmas and shelter decisions. This comprehensive 300-hour course offers a starter subscription and is ideal for those interested in understanding the complex dynamics between animals and human institutions.
Leslie Irvine