Sociology 166
The Family
California State University, Sacramento
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An introduction to the sociology of the family, including an examination of the family in various cultures with the emphasis on the American family in all its many forms.
Computer knowledge is desirable but not required.
1. To assess the meaning of the family in contemporary American society wherein the structure and the processes in the family have taken drastic changes from the traditional idealized image of the family.
2. To provide a thorough and objective coverage of the basic concepts and ideas in the areas of marriages, families and intimate relationships. The coverage includes factual data as well as abstract principles and empirically supported findings.
3. To provide a foundation for students to examine personal and familial values and behaviors in relation to differing life-styles and patterns, both within and without their own society.
4. To aid students in gaining and/or improving competence in electronic communication and data gathering. This includes:
- Learning to search for research reports on the web (Webquest).
- Conducting surveys through ListServ and Newsgroup.
- Participating in debate via Conferencing and Chatting.
- Exchanging opinions via E-mail.
Exams: There will be three in-class term exams based on the text book:
- Exam 1 (Mar 9 )
- Exam 2 (April 6)
- Exam 3 (May 18)
Use the Exam Reviews for preparation.
Web Quest:
The assignments are due on the dates indicated below. Refer to the course calendar for a quick overview of assignments, exams and events.
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Required: The text for the course this semester is:
J. Ross Eshleman, The Family. Allyn & Bacon, 8th edition , 1997 (Bookstore)
Suggested Readings: Supplementary readings are provided in each course unit.
Course Unit 2: The Family Institution
Course Unit 3: Conjugal Relationship
Course Unit 4: Parent-Child Relationship
Course Unit 5: Extended Family
Course Unit 6: Family Conflict and Dissolution
Course Unit 7: Family and Other Institutions
Course Unit 8: Alternative Family Patterns
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