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May 31, 2023

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Elizabeth Banister
NURP 522 (1.5 units) - Research: Human Experience and Professional Practice
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Qualitative Methodology
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
Graduate
Abstract:
Research methods represent a way of knowing. Rather than a variety of techniques, qualitative methods represent a way of seeing the world. This course will provide graduate students the opportunity to have first-hand experience with conducting qualitative research....
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Matthew G. Yeager
CRIMINOLOGY – SOCI 2450D
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Criminology/Delinquency
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 200
Abstract:
This course critically examines the processes and structures that designate and respond to criminality (legislatures, police, courts and corrections); the differential application of the law with respect to class, colour/"race", culture, gender, and sexual...
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Gayle A. Sulik
Sociology of Breast Cancer
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Cultural Sociology
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 300
Abstract:
Centering on breast cancer as a case study, this course offers an analysis of cultural, social, and social-psychological factors affecting health status and American women’s responses to this illness. Placing breast cancer within a historical context, we examine the...
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Edgar W. (Ted) Mills
Technique 37: Income Stratification, Consumer Behavior, Group Interaction, Experimental Methods
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Stratification/Mobility
Resource Type(s):
Class Activity
Class Level(s):
College 200
Abstract:
Teaching Objectives/Student Learning Outcomes: To help sociology students grasp the consequences of economic stratification for consumer behavior and family life.
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Edith King
RECENTLY PUBLISHED TEXTBOOKS AND OTHER SOURCE BOOK REVIEWS FOR TEACHING THE SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Education
Resource Type(s):
Bibliography
Class Level(s):
College 400
Abstract:
The following strategy was utilized in selecting the sociology of education texts that are reviewed in this 6th edition of Teaching the Sociology of Education: Texts and ancillary readings reviewed were obtained from lists of the resources used in the...
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Bette J. Dickerson
Race and Ethnic Conflict: Global Perspectives
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Racial and Ethnic Relations
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 300
Abstract:
With accelerating migration, political turmoil, and changing national boundaries, race/ethnic conflict has seemed to gain momentum allover the world. The need for a global, comparative perspective on the macro-level institutions that shape the structures of societies...
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John Broderick
DEBATE-FOCUSED RESEARCH PAPERS
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Criminology/Delinquency
Resource Type(s):
Assignment
Class Level(s):
College 200
Abstract:
You will write 2 four- to six- page papers on the same debate topic. The first paper will affirm a change and the second paper will defend the status quo (i.e., you are expected to be able to debate both sides of the topic of your choice).
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P. Denise Cobb, Connie Frey
Sociology 495: Senior Assignment Seminar
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Capstone Courses
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 400
Abstract:
This syllabus represents the capstone course for general sociology majors. Sociology majors can choose one of two tracks that yield very different senior assignment experiences for students. For example, the Employment Relations program revolves around students’...
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Jeanne Ballantine
Technique 52: Controversial Issues in Institutions (Family, Education, Religion, Politics); Power and Decision Making; Group Processes; Roles in Groups; Urban Issues
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Teaching and Learning in Sociology
Resource Type(s):
Class Activity
Class Level(s):
College 200
Abstract:
Teaching Objectives/Student Learning Outcomes: To involve students in simulated roles of community members as they interact on a controversial issue. Students learn the nature of decision making, roles in groups, and group processes while discussing controversial...
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Warren Crichlow
SUNY College at Brockport
April 26, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Education
Resource Type(s):
Assignment
Class Level(s):
Graduate
Abstract:
For this assignment, each student is asked to develop a 10-12 page double-spaced, typed, term project paper. Your topic should be culled from an experience, concern, or observation you have about the relationship between formal schooling and society. Reflection on...
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