SOC 364 - Sociology of Families

Institution:

Marylhurst University

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Description:

This course examines families as individuals experience them personally and as a social institution that varies over time and across cultures. Topics include historical development of families, the diversity within U.S. families, interaction patterns and personal relationships, the life cycle of families-marriage, parenthood, and families in later years. Special issues such as dual career families, divorce, remarriage, and reconstituted and alternative family forms will be covered. Prerequisite: SOC 201 or equivalent. Meets LAC outcome: HCC1. 3 crs.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marylhurst.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 636-8141

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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