Sociology of the Family (SOC 102)

Term: 2011-2012 Spring

Faculty

Charlene Lynn RousselShow MyInfo popup for Charlene Lynn Roussel

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Schedule

Mon-Wed, 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM (1/9/2012 - 5/11/2012) Location: MAIN MAIN 5A

Description

This course is an introduction to sociology, with an emphasis on family systems. Foundational sociological theory will be covered as a basis for an in-depth study of modern family structures. This course will explore the contemporary issues of power relationships; family organization and reorganization; single parent families; divorce, family violence, malfunction; and the effect of the family on the socialization of children.