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This course provides students with "hands-on" experiencein all phases of quantitative research, including: research design, sampling, questionnaire construction, data analyses, and formal research report writing. Students also learn to evaluate information so that their future decisions and work are based on social facts. Class discussions explore reasons why valid research is the basis for effective social action. Prerequisites: MATH 130 or SOC 211 and SOC 213 or SOC 218 or SOC 219
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This course examines different techniques and applications of qualitative data collection and analysis. After formulating a relevant research question, students are guided through the various phases of the search process. Particular emphasis is given to the selection of appropriate choice of research design and methods of data collection in relation to the research question, and the limitations as well as the advantages of different field research strategies. Students are also afforded the opportunity to execute mini-research projects in consultation with the instructor. Prerequisites: SOC 213 or SOC 218 or SOC 219
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An analysis of the nature of work, the individual's relation to work, the organizations workers form to protect their interests, and the interactions among workers, their organizations, and other institutions.
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An introduction to social welfare and the social work profession. Attention is given to current issues, programs, policies, and the various settings for social work practice.
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3.00 Credits
Designed for both cognitive and experiential learning, this course conceptualizes a generic practice model for the helping process and demonstrates techniques through role-playing.
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3.00 Credits
A sociological approach to the study of marriage and family living. The student is required to develop a critical evaluation of studies and research in the field.
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3.00 Credits
Examines the social dimensions of religion and the relationship between religion and society (Non-Western course).
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Examines major works of political sociology with special emphasis on the conflicting concepts between the "liberal"ideas of such writers as Bell, Parsons, and Dahl, and the "new left" approach of Goodman, Mills, and Marcuse.
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on various aspects of sport in modern society-economic, political, and social aspects; issues of gender and race; media and mass communications; and the roles of scholar-athlete.
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3.00 Credits
Designed to show the reciprocal relationship between the arts and society. Examines how various attitudes, values, norms, and institutions of society are revealed in mass culture forms (e.g., television, rock, music, painting, literature, theater, dance, photography, and film), in an effort to help the student understand the vital place of the arts in society, as well as the impact of culture on the arts.
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