A&S 350 - Comparatives Families

Institution:

Albion College

Subject:

Anthropology & Sociology

Description:

What is the family? Is the family a "natural" unit or a soc- ial construct? Is the family a dying institution or is it merely changing ? How do family structures, values, and dy- namics vary across cultures? How is family structure in the United States different from those in Nigeria, India, China, Sweden and Saudi Arabi? This course utilizes a comparative perspective to explore the changing family in its historical cultural, economic, social and political contexts. Topics include variations in family patterns; marriage and related issues such as dating, mate selection, divorce, single parenting and family violence; poverty and stress in family life; communication; power relations; gender roles; and family policies in selected societies. Prerequisite: A&S 101 or 105.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.albion.edu

Phone Number:

(517) 629-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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