This course analyzes cross-cultural social constructions of marriage and family, with an exphasis on marriage and family in the US and Pine Ridge. It engages a critical analysis of American family life, genedered roles, courtship, aging and the family life cycle, and family violence and divorce. The fundamental premise of the course is that education is a two-way street. In a successful teaching environment, the instructor should learn at least as much from students as students learn from the instructor. By the end of the course the student will have achieved a better understanding of family sociology and a deeper appreciation of why people in society think and behave as they do.
Exams are non-comprehensive and equally weighted.
Active participation during class discussions is encouraged and rewarded. Sample Essay Question Compare and contrast socialization and socialization agencies among Lakota and anglo families. Grading Criteria 1. Scholastic Dishonesty Students should carefully peruse the student handbook concerning scholastic dishonesty. The instructor reserves the right to fail students who plagiarize or otherwise cheat on exams.