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3.00 Credits
3 credits A survey of the development of sociological theory including Marx, Weber, and Durkheim, in order to demonstrate how sociological theory can make an often mystifying social world more intelligible. Topics include sociological theory as the major source of political world views as diverse as radicalism, liberalism, corporate-statism, and fascism; the ways in which ideas and ideals interact with material and power interest; condi tions of social life that determine the contents of our consciousness; the uses and misuses of classic and contemporary theories. Highly recom mended for majors in Sociology-Anthropology or in other social sciences. Prerequisite: SOC 1001A or 1002 or ANT 1002A or permission of the instruc tor. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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3 credits Sociological theories and case studies in current social movements such as political revolts, youth protests, race riots, cults and fads, and the feminist movement. Prerequisite: SOC 1001A or 1002A or permission of instructor. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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3 credits This course studies the social, cultural, and personal issues raised by the development and utilization of computers in all areas of contemporary society. It examines the information technology revolution in relation to the changing conditions of work, recreation, education, community devel opment, and political governance. Topics include: personal computer use, cybernetics and artificial intelligence, computer aided and managed instruction, technology transfers to the Third World, telecommunications, transnational corporate communication networks, and the commercial production and marketing of information as a commodity. The course con siders the implications for political freedom, economic opportunity, and personal adaptation in a society that encourages and accepts the new information technologies. Prerequisite: SOC 1001A or 1002A or ANT 1002A or permission of the instructor. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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3 credits Examination of current and classic theories of mass media such as those of Marshall McLuhan. The effects of media on people with respect to family life, education, work patterns, leisure activities, and political behavior. Also an analysis of current media coverage utilizing newspapers, magazines, television programs, and radio newscasts. Readings from cur rent works on the impact of media and term projects deal with positive as well as negative aspects of mass communication, ranging from the issues of courtship, marriage, and sexism to war, peace, revolutions, and counter revolutions. Prerequisite: SOC 1001A or 1002A or ANT 1002A or permission of the instructor. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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3 credits Students view a series of classic and contemporary films that present sociological issues and problems. Non-fiction documentary films are pri marily utilized and provide students with the opportunity to analyze the use of visual imagery in the presentation of significant sociological topics and concepts. While expanding the range of the students' knowledge of social history, problems, and issues, through the use of visual studies, the course also develops critical abilities in the analysis of the impact, objec tives, and distortions of the "moving image." Asillustrated by the selected films, topics include the structure of film critique, the history and devel opment of documentary films, strategies, techniques, and qualities in the organization and presentation of visual impact, propaganda, and the con temporary relevance of documentary films. Students participate in discus sions, use existing text resources specific to film study, and submit written critiques. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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3 credits Designed to give students practical experience and theoretical knowl edge in photographic recording, researching, and analyzing of social phe nomena. Critique of photographically produced ideology in the mass media. Students participate in the practical development of the "sociolog - ical imagination" by producing various photographic images on selected social themes and issues. Course requires that students have access to a quality camera, preferably 35mm or 2-1/4. The practical and mechanical problems of photographic reproduction are reviewed, including darkroom procedures. Prerequisite: SOC 1001A or 1002A or ANT 1002A or permission of the instructor. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits Students explore the effective use of voice and speech for social and professional needs. Conducted as a workshop, this course will give stu dents techniques for the development of a pleasing and effective voice, using audio and video recordings as part of the instructional process. Students will also be introduced to the International Phonetic Alphabet and use it as a tool of analysis for their own speech and for the investiga tion of other variations in regional speech. Offered: 2008 - 2010
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3.00 Credits
3 credits This course provides an overview of speech communication as a discipline. Students study basic principles and forms of communication, focusing in particular on interpersonal and group communication, and public speaking. Aspects of verbal and nonverbal communication are also covered. Students will hone their speaking skills through various exercises. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits This course is designed to introduce the student to American Sign Language, the visual-gestural language of the deaf. It will incorporate non verbal communication techniques, basic vocabulary, basic grammar prin ciples, and basic conversation skills. Students will be expected to conduct some field work during the semester. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits Theory and practice of speech-making; choice of topic, determination of purpose, organization, oral style, audience adaptation, and delivery; practice of prepared and impromptu speeches. Prerequisite: SPH1004A, or junior or senior standing, or permission of instructor. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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