SOC-2330 Introduction to Social Work–Fa, Sp
3 hours
See course description for SWK-2330 Introduction to Social
Work.
SOC-2400 Marriage and the Family–Fa, Sp
3 hours
A biblical theology of marriage and the family is developed as
a means by which to evaluate contemporary dating, marriage,
and family arrangements. A major focus of the course is upon
practical application related to such topics as dating/courtship,
engagement, marital adjustment, in‑law relations, communication
and conflict resolution, family planning, and discipline.
SOC-2840
3 hours
Concepts of Chemical Dependency–Fa, Sp, Su
See course description for SWK-2840. Crosslisted as CRJU,
PYCH, SOC, or SWK.
SOC-2900 Ethics in the Helping Professions–Sp 3 hours
This course is designed to introduce the student to current
issues and ethical dilemmas confronting professional helpers.
The course encourages development of critical thinking skills
by looking at dilemmas from a multifaceted point of view. Codes
of ethics for the various helping professions are reviewed and
emphasis is placed on understanding these codes. The course
strives to provide the student a foundation in basic concepts
of ethics and values, an understanding of the complexity of
ethical decision making, and a sense of how their own values
affect practice. The primary focus of this course is ethics, critical
thinking, decision making and self awareness. Crosslisted as SOC
or SWK.
SOC-3330 Social Stratification–Fa
3 hours
Study of the class structure and its implications for American
society. Prerequisite: SOC-1300 Introduction to Sociology.
SOC-3340 Sociology of Religion–Fa
3 hours
The relationship of religion to society with particular reference to
contemporary movements. (even years)
SOC-3420 Human Sexuality
2 hours
Study of biblical content regarding human sexuality and
an analysis of contemporary concepts within a framework of
Christian thought. Crosslisted with PYCH-3420 Human Sexuality.
Prerequisite: PYCH-1600 General Psychology or permission of
instructor.
SOC-3710 Family and Society–Sp
3 hours
This sociological study of the family examines the scientific
knowledge that exists about traditional and contemporary
household arrangements. Research on alternative family forms is
evaluated in light of public policy decisions and a biblical view of
the family.
SOC-3730 Social Problems–Sp
3 hours
Study of selected social problems for the purpose of developing,
understanding, and exploring approaches to the social treatment
of these problems within a theistic framework.
SOC-3750 Social Movements–Fa, Sp
3 hours
See course description for HIST-3750 Social Movements.
SOC-4440 Special Topics-Sociology
1–3 hours
Investigation of specific topics in Social Science and History
that have intrinsic worth and engage student interest.
SOC-4720 Social Theory–Fa
3 hours
Historical review of major sociological theorists and a critical
examination of their theories from a theistic perspective.
SOC-4800 Research in Sociology–Sp
3 hours
Senior research paper in which each student focuses upon an
issue or topic within the discipline of sociology. (Fee: $125)
SOC-4910
1–3 hours
Independent Study in Sociology
Provides the means whereby gifted and interested students
may explore, in a more in-depth and intensive manner, general
information acquired in the major courses. Further, independent
study provides a logical way to complete required hours not
obtained in normal sequencing. Prerequisite: permission of the
instructor.
SOC-4990 Sociology Internship–Fa, Sp, Su
3–12 hours
Sociology majors who participate in government service,
human services, research, social service, or other approved
activities related to the social sciences may earn up to 12 hours
of credit. Prerequisites: ANTH-1800 Cultural Anthropology,
PYCH-1600 General Psychology, and SOC-1300 Introduction to
Sociology
Spanish (SPAN)
SPAN-1710, 1720
4 hours/sem
Elementary Spanish I and II–Fa, Sp, Su
Development of basic skills in reading, writing, speaking,
and listening in Spanish to satisfy a broad variety of everyday,
school, and work situations, along with an introduction to Hispanic
cultures.
SPAN-1740 Intensive Spanish–Su
6 hours
This course is a six-credit, short-term course designed for
students who wish to combine SPAN-1710 Elementary Spanish I
and SPAN-1720 Elementary Spanish II. Prerequisites: minimum
GPA 2.0, high school Spanish highly recommended.
SPAN-2710, 2720
4/3 hours/sem
Intermediate Spanish I and II–Fa, Sp
Development of all four language skills through grammar review,
composition, conversation, and readings in Spanish literature and
culture. Prerequisite: SPAN-1720 Elementary Spanish, instructor’s
approval, or placement by exam.
SPAN-3350
2 hours
Elementary Education for Foreign Language Teachers–Sp
An introduction to the teaching of reading, writing, and literacy
development as developmental skills for the elementary age
learner. Knowledge of elementary school curriculum with an
emphasis on using the teaching of foreign language to reinforce
the content of the elementary school curriculum. Emphasis on
the use of children’s literature as a means of teaching foreign
language and culture to elementary students. The student will
have knowledge of Ohio’s model competency-based program and
its four stages of language development to guide school foreign
language programs. Open to Multi-age Spanish Education Majors
only. Credit/No Credit. (odd years)
SPAN-3500
2 hours
Methods of Teaching Foreign Language–Fa
Examination of the purposes and objectives along with the
methods and curricular models used in the K–12 foreign language
classroom. This course addresses the theories of first and second
language acquisition, as well as topics such as the relationship
of foreign language learning to other content areas. The student
is given information regarding opportunities in planning lessons
with appropriate materials, sequencing, and execution of learning
activities. Evaluations of student learning, student behavior, and
self-evaluation as integral parts of successful teaching are also
stressed. The student will also gain insight into the importance
of understanding one’s own language and culture as a means to
understanding the language and culture of the target peoples.
Open to Multi-age Spanish Education majors only.
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