2013-2014 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

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. Course Descriptions | SWK-1100 – SWK-4210 Page 264 2013–14 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions SOC-2330 – SPAN-3500