SOCI 2301 - Marriage and Family

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
This course has been developed to examine two phases of marriage and the family experience. First, it examines the structure of family life and the variance of this structure in different cultures and subcultures. Second, this course examines some of the problems and possible solutions that have developed in courtship, marriage and parenthood in a society undergoing rapid social change. CIP Code: (4511015425)
Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
Student Learning Outcomes
1 - Demonstrate understanding of the family and marriage as social institutions through theoretical perspectives. 2 - Examine the diversity and complexity of contemporary families. 3 - Explore changing cultural attitudes about marriage and alternatives to marriage. 4 - Critically evaluate such issues as sexuality, partner choice, resolving marital issues, having and raising children, and combining work with family. 5 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between theories and research methods used in the scientific study of marriage and family. 6 - Describe some of the historical changes and current trends regarding the structural nature of the American family including the role of gender in relationships. 7 - Identify causes and consequences of relevant problems within contemporary families.