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The history of social movements in the United States will be integrated into exploration of current economic, political, religious and psychosocial issues, at micro and macro practice levels, relevant to the professional practice of social work at the BSW or MSW level of practice. This course is designed to support the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics and Council of Social Work Education (CSWE) requirements for culturally competent practice. 3 hrs./wk.
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Social aspects of aging will be identified. Areas of special interest will include research themes and demographic trends; aging and its relationship to family, the economy, politics, religion and education; the effect of cultural values on behavior; and the future of the elderly. 3 hrs./wk.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to Chinese society since 1949, this course examines Chinese society and culture and focuses on contemporary social change while tracing the historical roots of Chinese culture and institutions. Social processes such as social movements, institutional development, political change, social organization and conflict are examined and analyzed. 3 hrs. lecture/wk. This course is typically offered in the spring semester.
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Prerequisite or corequisite: SPD 180 This course will provide students with direct experience with people from other cultures and in community organizations. Through their work with international representatives and service agencies, students will gain experiential and reflective knowledge of various cultures, social institutions and social issues and will develop skills needed to successfully negotiate intercultural settings. Enrollment in the course requires participation in a weekend retreat and some additional hours in activities outside the classroom. 3 hrs. lecture/wk. This course is typically offered in the spring semester.
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3.00 Credits
Through this exploration of food in society, students will discover the fundamental significance of the relationships between people and food. In studying the ways food is produced and consumed, we will also discover the ways food shapes and expresses relationships among people. This most basic of human needs is easily taken for granted by those who have plenty, while the causes of hunger are easily dismissed or misunderstood. This course will address such misunderstandings, as well as issues of culture, meaning, identity, power, and ecology, all through a focus on food. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
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Prerequisite: PSYC 130 or SOC 122 or ECON 230 This course deals with scientific research methods utilized in the social sciences, especially psychology, sociology, political science, and anthropology. The course examines a wide range of data collection methodologies including observation, questionnaire construction, and controlled experimentation. The course will be beneficial for analyzing and evaluating the quality of research findings reported in both the popular and academic press. It will also be useful to those who plan to engage in occupations requiring the use of research methodology. 3 hrs. lecture/wk. SOC 210, PSYC 210 and POLS 210 are the same course. Do not enroll in more than one of these courses.
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the principles of effective speech communication in small group and one-to-one relationships. Theory and practice of interpersonal communication are studied and applied to a variety of life situations. The course focuses on perception, self-concept, listening, conflict, language, nonverbal communication and culture as they relate to interpersonal relationships. 3 hrs./wk. Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $1 to $5.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to meet the needs of people who wish to improve their ability to prepare and deliver effective oral presentations before an audience. This fundamental speech course emphasizes creation of ideas, research techniques, outlining, audience analysis, organization and delivery techniques. Students will deliver a variety of speech types including informative and persuasive. 3 hrs./wk. Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $1 to $5.
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This course is concerned with the most frequently used human communication skills, interpersonal communication and public speaking. The course demonstrates the natural relationships between communicating one-to-one and in public, showing that skills in one can be employed in the other and giving practice in both. Focus is on communication theory, listening, concepts of self, language, research techniques, perception and various types of public speaking, such as impromptu, group panel, informative and persuasive. 3 hrs./wk. Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $1 to $5.
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3.00 Credits
Students will improve their verbal communication skills both formally and informally by studying interviewing, delivering effective presentations, working in groups, negotiating, practicing listening, and recognizing verbal and nonverbal messages. The course is designed for the student presently working in business or planning to pursue a business degree. 3 hrs./wk. Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $1 to $5.
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