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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to teach basic skills needed for reading improvement and effective study. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to apply skills such as test preparation, organization of text and lecture information, and vocabulary development. Various computer programs are utilized. Evaluation is based on skills tests, computer lab assignments, and a comprehensive exam. Assignment to this class may be required upon evaluation of the student's ACT score, Residual ACT score, or performance on a test administered during the first week of class. Students who do not receive a grade of C or higher in this course or who fail to achieve a satisfactory score on a standardized test must enroll in REA 1223. This course does not satisfy degree or program requirements. Two hours of lecture and workbook exercises and two hours of lab per week. Institutional Credit, three semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course is a continuation of REA 1213. The student will expand the skills introduced in the first course and, additionally, will apply critical reading and thinking skills. The student will also be introduced to speed reading techniques. Computer usage is an integral part of this class. Skills tests, computer lab assignments, and a comprehensive exam are given. If competencies are not met with at least a C average and a satisfactory score on a standardized test is not achieved, the student must repeat the course(s) until these two criteria are met. This course does not satisfy degree or program requirements. Two hours of lecture and workbook exercises and two hours of lab per week. Institutional Credit, three semester hours
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2.00 Credits
This course exposes the average or above average reader to various reading materials, stresses that one reads for specific purposes, and introduces techniques for improving reading and study techniques. Emphasis on memory and concentration, time management, vocabulary development, reading for speed and comprehension, graphic aids, and effective communication. Credit, two semester hours
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3.00 Credits
The student will become acquainted with the scope and content of the discipline of sociology, including the social world, the social and cultural process within this world, and the integration of these processes in relation to the individual, the group, and the institution. The student will also become familiar with the methods used by sociologists in arriving at their various theories on how society functions and is organized. Additionally, the student will be able to understand various aspects of our own culture as it relates to other cultures. S/he will become aware of the importance of the acquisition of culture and its influence on personality development and socialization.A variety of institutions are discussed and the student becomes aware of the similarities and differences which exist in various cultures regarding these institutions. A minimum of four tests are given during the semester and a group presentation is required. Three hours of lecture per week. Credit, three semester hours
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3.00 Credits
Social Problems is a study of the nature, scope, and effects of the major social problems of today and the theoretical preventive measures to alleviate them. The course includes such problems as unemployment, urbanization, crime, juvenile delinquency, alcoholism, drug addiction, and disaster. The course also examines family problems such as ageism, violence, poverty, gender, and class struggle. Credit, three semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to teach the student about the sociology of the family as an institution and about topics concerning marriage and parenthood. It is a study of the family as a cultural unit, the institution of marriage, the problems of parenthood and of social-economic adjustments to society. Areas covered will include dating and mate selection, marital success, resolving conflict, communication skills, traits of the healthy family, financial management, planning children, socializing and nurturing children, balancing work and family life, violence and abuse in relationships, divorce and remarriage, stress and crises in relationships, and aging in marriage and the family. A minimum of four tests are given during the semester. Three hours of lecture per week. Credit, three semester hours
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3.00 Credits
The student will gain an understanding of the history and development of the field of SocialWork. The student will also explore social work as a profession, the philosophy of social work, and the settings in which social workers practice. Upon completion of the class, the student will have an understanding of the relationship of social work to social issues such as poverty, unemployment, child welfare, aging, family needs, prejudice and discrimination, juvenile delinquency, health care, etc. The student will complete an autobiographical statement, an interview with a bachelor's or master's level social worker, and a limited observation experience.The student will demostrate knowledge of the material covered in this course through the use of objective and subjective tests which are given periodically during the semester. Credit, three semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the process of culture and personality development as well as the research methods and techniques employed by the anthropologists. Included are studies of primitive cultures and demonstrations of the precision required in archaeological excavation. The primary focus of Cultural Anthropology is the study of contemporary social and cultural diversity. Film interviews with anthropologists will be offered whenever possible. Credit, three semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course emphasizes the principles of effective public speaking with special attention given to audience analysis, collection and organization of material, and outlining. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will demonstrate basic competency by presenting effective speeches, at least one of which will use computer technology. Grades are determined by objective written tests as well as subjective evaluations for oral presentations. Three hours of lecture per week. Credit, three semester hours
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3.00 Credits
Appreciation of the theater as performance art; developing audience standards through demonstration of the unique characteristics of theater. A fine arts elective. Credit, three semester hours
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