This course is designed to develop an understanding of and appreciation for cultural, racial, ethnic, and religious diversity, as well as differences in class, gender, learning styles, ability, etc. Examination of societal expectations and stereotypes, and self-examination of personal prejudices and biases will help prepare future teacher candidates to deal effectively with diverse populations of learners. An introductory course designed specifically for the non-art major. Attention will be given to the ability to analyze, interpret and evaluate works of art. Social Problems A study of specific social problems within a sociological frame of references.
Emphasis is placed upon organizing concepts and analyzing of current trends.
This course is designed as a service course intended for students who do not necessarily plan to major in sociology. A sociological analysis of the family as a social institution and its changing interaction patterns. Emphasis on understanding multi-cultural family structures and systems. A conceptual approach to arithmetic, number theory, set theory and logic intended for education majors. Emphasis is placed on exploration and the use of manipulatives to enhance skills and concepts from the elementary curriculum.