University of Colorado Boulder
The Changing Status and Perception of Animals
University of Colorado Boulder

The Changing Status and Perception of Animals

This course is part of Animals and Society Specialization

Taught in English

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Leslie Irvine

Instructor: Leslie Irvine

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4 hours (approximately)
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What you'll learn

  • Describe components of the core self found in dogs and cats.

  • Summarize how research on emotions in animals challenges anthropocentrism

  •  Distinguish between animal welfare and animal rights positions.

  •  Evaluate studies of the influence of animals on human health and well being.

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Course

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals

4.7

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Beginner level
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4 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
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There are 3 modules in this course

In this module, you will examine the role of animals in human health well being.

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5 videos1 quiz2 discussion prompts

In this module, you will critique conventional perspectives on animals as lacking inner lives and consider evidence of emotions and a sense of self among animals.

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4 videos1 quiz1 discussion prompt

In this module, you will explore how ideas about the moral status of animals support claims for better welfare or rights.

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4 videos2 readings1 peer review1 discussion prompt

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4.7 (16 ratings)
Leslie Irvine
University of Colorado Boulder
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