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3.00 Credits
Introduction to theory and research methodology which will prepare the student to understand, evaluate, and do empirical research. (i.e., an inquiry that seeks general verified explanations for any class of phenomena.) Course includes, but is not limited to, instruction in data collection, sample selection, definition and measurement, surveys, and statistical analysis. Course is a must for every student of the social sciences.
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on marriage and family as social institutions that both shape and are shaped by societal structures. Using sociological theory and research, the class examines the history of family and various issues related to marriage and family. Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Standard
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3.00 Credits
This course offers sociological perspectives on the dynamics of racial and ethnic relations focusing on social structure, group interaction processes, group inequality, cultural diversity, and gender relations within and between groups.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores economic, political, social, and cultural globalization and theories and topics related to globalization and international development. Students examine social issues and their causes, consequences, and solutions in a global context and how global forces shape their lives.
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3.00 Credits
Students participate in seminars covering various areas of sociology: (a) theory, (b) methodology, (c) demography, (d) social organization, (e) social deviance, (f) social psychology, (g) human ecology, (h) gerontology. Repeatable for credit.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Individual work approved by instructor. Time and credit to be arranged. Repeatable for credit.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Designed to meet the changing needs of the student in Sociology. Repeatable for credit.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the extent, causes and consequences of social inequality in the U.S. and beyond with a focus on unequal access to political, economic and social benefits at the individual, organizational, and institutional levels historically and today.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of social research methods. It covers the formulation of research questions, usage of theory to inform research design, common data collection methods, basic techniques of analyzing that data, and ethical considerations for conducting research. Prerequisite: Completion of 6 credits in departmental courses.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers descriptive and inferential statistical methods used by social scientists. It emphasizes conceptual understanding, practical application, and effective communication of statistical processes and findings. Students work with hypothetical and real-world social data, using hand and computer-based calculations to produce statistical estimates. Prerequisites: Completion of 6 credits in departmental courses and grade of "C-" or better in STAT 1040 or STAT 1045 or equivalent. (F,Sp,Su)
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