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  • SOC 220: Introduction to Social Science Research Methods

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Montana-Western

    A survey of quantitative and qualitative methods and tools used by various disciplines across the social and behavioral sciences and the humanities to investigate individuals, cultures, and societies. Students are expected to demonstrate understanding and comprehension of course content through course examinations, out-of-class writing assignments, and the critical application of course content to a student-selected problem. Lecture, small group discussions, and problem-solving. Prereq: Completed Gen Ed Behavioral & Social Sciences requirements (7-8 credits) and MATH 131, or c/i. (fall)
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  • SOC 290: Independent Study

    3.00 Credits
    The University of Montana-Western

    Directed research or study, with emphasis on experiential learning. Prereq: SOC 115, c/i, and c/vc. (fall/spring)
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  • SOC 300: Sociology of The Family

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Montana-Western

    Historical, cross-cultural, and analytical study of the family. Emphasis on ideology, social structures, and agency affecting family composition and roles. Students will participate in supervised research, and hands-on experience with family studies and family counseling. Students will be assessed based on class discussions and research projects. Prereq: SOC 105. (spring/even-numbered years)
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  • SOC 305: Social Theory

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Montana-Western

    This course will introduce students to both the classic and current sociological theories. Particular emphasis will be placed on sociological theory development from the Enlightenment to the present. In addition, students will closely examine the relationship between historical set-tings and social issues. Critical to course success will be an under-standing of the importance of these theories to the development of sociology as a discipline. Students will demonstrate the ability to critically analyze course content through written critiques, independent investigations, and directed examinations. Prereq: SOC 115 and either PSY/SOC 220 or ANTH/HIST/POLS/PSY/SOC 221 and ANTH/HIST/ POLS/PSY/SOC 222, or c/i. (spring/even-numbered years)
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  • SOC 310: Restorative Justice

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Montana-Western

    This class is an overview of some of the directions in which the justice system is proceeding. Restorative Justice is an alternative approach to crime and altercations of any type. It focuses on positive, non-violent ways to arrive at just solutions to wrongdoing. As a culture, traditional-ly we have a winner-take-all approach to disputes, and a retributive/ vengeful approach to crime. This class focuses on alternative ways to respond, for resolution for all victims. Students will participate in conflict resolution role-playing, and develop case studies on a particu-lar aspect of restorative justice. Assessment will be based on class participation, case studies, formal presentations, and development of advocacy resources. Prereq: ANTH 105 or SOC 115, and either PSY/SOC 220 or ANTH/HIST/POLS/PSY/SOC 221 and ANTH/HIST/ POLS/PSY/SOC 222, and Junior/Senior standing, or c/i. (fall/even-numbered years)
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  • SOC 315: Political Sociology

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Montana-Western

    This course will attempt to answer three questions: (1) what is the source of political ideas and political behavior; (2) which groups control the state institutions and which groups have the most influence on state policies; and (3) what role the state plays in society. The state has a central role in stabilizing society and which groups benefit most from this role will be a topic of investigation. Students will also look at political life and culture of all social classes. Students will demonstrate an understanding of course content through written critiques, inde-pendent investigations, and directed examinations. Lecture and small group discussions; extensive reading assignments. Prereq: SOC 115 and either PSY/SOC 220 or ANTH/HIST/POLS/PSY/SOC 221 and ANTH/HIST/POLS/PSY/SOC 222, or c/i. (fall/odd-numbered years)
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  • SOC 320: Mediation

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Montana-Western

    Mediation is a way of resolving disputes between parties with an em-phasis on the parties resolving the dispute in an empowering manner. The focus is on those involved coming to a resolution of the issue with the help of a mediator, and without a solution being imposed by an outside authority. The kinds of disputes can be civil, personal, criminal, and institutional, though not limited to these. Other examples would be: land use, foreign policy, labor/management, peer mediation in schools. Students will practice communication skills in dyads, participate in mediation role-playing, prepare and deliver oral presentations, and maintain a class journal. Assessment will be based on peer review, quality and content of presentations, and participation in class activities. (fall/odd-numbered years)
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  • SOC 400: Cooperative Education/ Internship

    3.00 Credits
    The University of Montana-Western

    This option is intended to provide students with an opportunity to incorporate an appropriate extended field experience into her/his academic program. Field placement options to include all facets of the helping professions. Prereq: SOC 115 and either PSY/SOC 220 or ANTH/HIST/POLS/PSY/SOC 221 and ANTH/HIST/POLS/PSY/SOC 222, c/i, and c/vc. (fall/spring)
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  • SOC 409: Seminar

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Montana-Western

    Selected topics of interest, with emphasis on experiential learning. Prereq: SOC 115 and either PSY/SOC 220 or ANTH/HIST/POLS/ PSY/SOC 221 and ANTH/HIST/POLS/PSY/SOC 222, and c/i. (spring/odd-numbered years)
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  • SOC 419: Directed Study

    3.00 Credits
    The University of Montana-Western

    Selected topics under faculty supervision, with emphasis on experiential learning. Prereq: PSY/SOC 220 or ANTH/HIST/POLS/PSY/SOC 221 and ANTH/HIST/POLS/PSY/SOC 222, and c/i. (on demand)
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