11. Future of the family Other topics may include: 11. Dating and Mate Selection 12. Cross-cultural comparisons 13. Separation and divorce Laboratory Activities (if applicable): N/A Course Objectives: Demonstrate an understanding of major sociological theories to the social institution of the family Identify and discuss the family from cross-cultural, historical, and political Identify the intersection among race, ethnicity, class, immigration status, age, class, gender, and sexuality within the family Identify and examine gender, age and socialization within the family Identify and understand the various kinship and family arrangements Describe and explain the basic dimensions of social inequality and social change Methods of Evaluation: May include: Objective exams Written assignments Application exercises Research Project Field Journal Oral Presentations Reflection and discussion Small group activities Out-of-class activities Sample Textbooks or Other Support Materials: Benokraitis, Nijole. Marriages and Families: Changes, Choices and Constraints Lauer and Lauer. Marriage and Family: The Quest for Intimacy Lamanna and Riedman. Marriages and Families: Making Choices in a Diverse Society. Olson, DeFrain & Skogrand. Marriages and Families: Intimacy, Diversity and Strengths Strong, DeVault & Cohen. The Marriage & Family Experience: Intimate Relationships in a Changing Society Proposed C-ID Number: SOCI- 140 Suffix:
11. Future of the family Other topics may include: 11. Dating and Mate Selection 12. Cross-cultural comparisons 13. Separation and divorce Laboratory Activities (if applicable): N/A Course Objectives: Demonstrate an understanding of major sociological theories to the social institution of the family Identify and discuss the family from cross-cultural, historical, and political Identify the intersection among race, ethnicity, class, immigration status, age, class, gender, and sexuality within the family Identify and examine gender, age and socialization within the family Identify and understand the various kinship and family arrangements Describe and explain the basic dimensions of social inequality and social change Methods of Evaluation: May include: Objective exams Written assignments Application exercises Research Project Field Journal Oral Presentations Reflection and discussion Small group activities Out-of-class activities Sample Textbooks or Other Support Materials: Benokraitis, Nijole. Marriages and Families: Changes, Choices and Constraints Lauer and Lauer. Marriage and Family: The Quest for Intimacy Lamanna and Riedman. Marriages and Families: Making Choices in a Diverse Society. Olson, DeFrain & Skogrand. Marriages and Families: Intimacy, Diversity and Strengths Strong, DeVault & Cohen. The Marriage & Family Experience: Intimate Relationships in a Changing Society Proposed C-ID Number: SOCI- 140 Suffix: