SS 294 - The Sociology of Families FA

Institution:

Fulton-Montgomery Community College

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Description:

An examination and analysis of marriage and family from an interdisciplinary perspective. The course attempts to communicate information, theories, and ideas about marriage and family as a social institution. Issues may include: cross-cultural variations of marital and family types, gender roles, love, mate selection, parenting, the challenges of combining work and marriage, communication in marriage, family crises such as violence and divorce, and factors behind lasting relationships. Students are encouraged to make connections between the course material and their own experiences. Students are also encouraged to develop their own questions and answers about marriage and family through assignments and class discussions. Prerequisite: SS 281 or permission of instructor. Hours of class per week: 3.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

fmcc.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 762-4651

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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