An introduction to the major sociological concepts for understanding the structure and dynamics of contemporary society. Topics will include culture, deviance, bureaucracy, inequality, race, gender, and social institutions. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L11) Fall, Spring
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An introduction to the major sociological concepts for understanding the structure and dynamics of contemporary society. Topics will include culture, deviance, bureaucracy, inequality, race, gender, and social institutions. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L11) Fall, Spring
An introduction to the major sociological concepts for understanding the structure and dynamics of contemporary society. Topics will include culture, deviance, bureaucracy, inequality, race, gender, and social institutions. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L11) Fall, Spring
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE.
(Cross-listed with SWK 213) A study of the historical, socio-economic and political factors which have led to changes in social welfare policy; an examination of change as it applies to social services; volunteer experience in a local social services agency. Open to both Sociology and Social Work majors, the course introduces students to the policy area of the Social Work major. SOC 213 also introduces codes of ethics and the definition of generalist practice. Prerequisite: SOC 111 or by permission of the instructor. Fall
Cross-listed with SWK 213 X1 & SWK 212 X1.
This course seeks to examine, describe and explain the conditions that surround many racial and minority groups in contemporary America. A variety of theoretical, historical, and topical concerns will be addressed during the course (e.g., slavery, prejudice, and immigration). Fulfills diversity requirement. Fall Spring (L11)
Completely ONLINE. ONLINE ASYNCHRONOUS.
An examination of conceptions of the nature of male and female, along with an examination of the kinds of behavior that are created to be the norm and appropriate to each. This course will investigate how gender expectations are constructed and disseminated in society, and how they are mediated by race, ethnicity, class, sexual orientation and other factors. Attention will be paid to social justice issues involving oppression and discrimination based on gener or sexual orientation. Fulfills Diversity Requirement. Fall (L11)
This course addresses a wide range of topics related to the societal meaning of health, illness, and wellness will be examined. The structure of the health care system will be analyzed from a national and international perspective. All topics will include a discussion of the intersection of race, class, gender, age, and reason for the distribution of health and illness are explored. Fulfills diversity requirement. Fall. (L11)
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE.
A critical examination of the ideas formulated by sociologists in the history of sociology. The course focuses on the theories of Karl Marx, Max Weber, and Emile Durkheim, and on significant contributions of their followers and critics in developing the central theoretical orientations of contemporary sociology. In addition, attention may be paid to Freud¿s psycho-dynamic view of social development, theories of imperialism and the modern world system, and post-modernist theory. Prerequisite: SOC 111 or Permission of Instructor. Fall
HYBRID.
This course examines the mechanisms through which wealth, power and prestige are distributed in contemporary societies with special attention given to the role of property, occupation, education, sex, and race. We will also examine rates and patterns of social mobility, and we will look at how social class and inequality affect lifestyle and general well-being in modern societies. Prerequisite: SOC 111. Spring
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE.
With permission by and under the direction of a faculty mentor, a topic is studied through extensive reading and periodic discussions with the mentor, culminating in a paper on the topic. Specific arrangements with the cooperating professor must be made prior to the beginning of the semester concerning the nature of the topic to be studied, as well as the readings and assignments to be required.
Independent Study Application Required.