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May 31, 2023

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Evan Cooper
Sociology 331-31800-01: Political Sociology
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Political Sociology
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 300
Abstract:
This book will provide a systematic overview of political sociology. The origins and development of the state, the nature and sources of power in contemporary society, the relationship between class and state, the politics of various classes, the politics of race and...
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Sue Marie Wright
SOCIOLOGY OF CHILDREN/CHILDHOOD IN THE INTERDISCIPLINARY CLASSROOM
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Children and Youth
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 300
Abstract:
Designed for an upper-division, interdisciplinary classroom, this course addresses children and childhood (from the preschool years through adolescence). We start by examining historical shifts in the meanings of childhood and the methods used for studying the worlds...
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Kristen A. Blakely
Is Prostitution a Profession? Should it be Legalized and Treated as Such? Group Debate Presentations
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Sexualities
Resource Type(s):
Assignment
Class Level(s):
College 200
Abstract:
You do not have to agree with the side of the debate that you present. You may choose to present the side with which you disagree. It is quite possible that you may be undecided on the issue. In any case, these debates are meant to be friendly and are designed for us...
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Elizabeth Borland
Gender and Fear of Violence
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Sex and Gender
Resource Type(s):
Class Activity
Class Level(s):
College 200
Abstract:
This exercise asks students to apply survey methods to collect and analyze data, and to relate the findings to class materials on gender violence. The instructor collects the assignment, compiles the data, and presents it in class to stimulate a discussion about...
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Lucy Stone Hall
Sociology 492/571: Sociology of the Life Course
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Aging/Social Gerontology
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
Graduate
Abstract:
This graduate-level course introduces students to the theories, methods, and substantive topics which exemplify the life course paradigm. The life course paradigm is based on four themes: (1) human lives are embedded in and shaped by historical context; (2)...
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Laura Fingerson
SOCIOLOGY OF CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Children and Youth
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 400
Abstract:
In this senior/graduate seminar, we will delve into sociological research and thinking on children and adolescents. A major goal of this course is to familiarize students with this exciting subfield in sociology and to develop students’ analytic and critical...
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Leslie Cintron
The Sociology of Work and Family
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Sexualities
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 200
Abstract:
This course examines selected topics and research in the growing area of work-family studies. During the term we will explore how work and family life interconnect and influence each other and the implications of these linkages for women, men, children, employers,...
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Marybeth C. Stalp
Discovering Your Own Gender/Family/Racial/Ethnic Experience
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Sex and Gender
Resource Type(s):
Assignment
Class Level(s):
College 300
Abstract:
Through this research project (which could also be used as a journal or an essay assignment), students have the opportunity to study their gender, family, race and ethnicity in depth, completing a research project and writing a formal paper. Students are able to...
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Jennie Jacobs Kronenfeld
Life Story Interview Assignment
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Aging/Social Gerontology
Resource Type(s):
Assignment
Class Level(s):
Graduate
Abstract:
The purpose of this assignment is to interview an older person, over two or three sessions, about his/her life and then to write a 6 10 page double spaced paper based on these interview sessions, following themes you identify. The steps for this assignment are as...
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Jan Marie Fritz
MEDIATION SKILLS
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Sociological Practice
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
Graduate
Abstract:
Course Description: This seminar introduces students to the theory and practice of conflict intervention, while focusing on mediation and facilitation. Students will be given the opportunity to acquire practical skills and effective tools as, both, a principal...
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