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Fall 2014
May 03,2024 |
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| SOC 210 - Marriage, Family, and Intimate Relations |
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Associated Term:
Fall 2014
Learning Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to: 1. Apply analytical skills to social phenomena in order to understand human behavior. Utilize sociological theory and research to analyze personal relationships and the family as a social institution 2. Apply knowledge and experience to foster personal growth and better appreciate the diverse social world in which we live. Explore social forces that contribute to diverse experiences in personal relationships and families. 3. Understand the role of individuals and institutions within the context of society. Examines the family as a social institution, and the process of social change in regard to family and personal life. Explores how individual experiences are shaped by social forces. 4. Assess different theories and concepts, and understand the distinctions between empirical and other methods of inquiry. Source materials utilize multiple sociological theories and research methods to develop core concepts. Critical analysis of ideologies and cultural frameworks regarding family and intimate relationships. Encourages students to examine personal experience in context of patterns identified through social research. 5. Utilize appropriate information literacy skills in written and oral communication. Core concepts build vocabulary to formulate meaningful problem statements from a sociological perspective. Course materials include qualitative and quantitative data from a variety of sources. Information is presented in oral, visual, and written formats. Opportunities for discussion and writing provided. 6. Understand the diversity of human experience and thought, individually and collectively. The family is approached as a social, not a biological, unit. Historical and cultural variations in family structure, social policy, and meanings are highlighted. 7. Apply knowledge and skills to contemporary problems and issues. Sociological perspectives and research are used to describe and analyze contemporary problems in personal relationships and the family as a social institution. Considers the use of public policy to address problems. Required Materials: Technical Requirements: |
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