X demonstrate how demographic and other social changes affect social structures and individuals. X demonstrate how social institutions affect each other. X demonstrate the effects of social institutions and their interactions on individuals. Reciprocal relationships between individuals and society. X demonstrate how societal and structural factors influence individual behavior and the self's development.
X demonstrate how social interaction and the self influence society and social structure.
Knowledge of a substantive area within sociology. X X compare and contrast basic theoretical orientations and middle-range theories in the area. X X explain how sociology contributes to understanding of the area. X X summarize current research in the area. X X suggest specific policy implications of research and theories in the area.