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SO 201 - Principles of Sociology

Examines the concepts and methods of research used to understand human life within the social groups that make up society. A study of culture, socialization and social organization is undertaken to understand the social institutions (family, religion, education, economic and political order). Examines issues which surface in medicine and health care, war and peace, gender, ethnicity, race and age as well as a variety of social processes that facilitate social change.

Assignment Overview
  • Assignments: 5 Units
  • Interactivity: Discussion Board
  • Final Assessment: Final Paper


Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to do the following:

  • Define and assess the sociological perspective and its development in studying human behavior.
  • Explain and compare the major theoretical perspectives in sociology and apply them in order to understand, assess, and determine ways to improve social patterns, through independent and/or collaborative problem-solving assignments.
  • Describe the methods (qualitative and quantitative) and the technology used in sociological research, and its application, and be able to apply the steps in the research process through either the design and/ or implementation of a sociological study.


Credits: 3


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