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SOC130 — American Diversity

5 credits · 55 hours

SOC 130 - American Diversity SOC 130 - American Diversity 5 Credits Critical exploration of the personal and social dimensions of diversity in American society, including but not limited to race, class, gender and sexual orientation. Presented through lectures, class discussions, interactive exercises and guest speakers. Fees Quarters Typically ummer Evening, Online Fall Online Winter Online Spring Day, Online Designed to Serve General interest students with reading and organization ability. Students who have an emphasis in sociology and students need diversity and globalism credits. Active Date 2014-05-20 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Degree Distributions: AA Diversity & Globalism Social Science Area II Course Outline I. Basic Concepts in the Study of Diversity (prejudice, discrimination, stereotypes, culture, etc.) II. Theoretical Perspectives (assimilation, pluralism, functionalism, conflict, etc.) III. Overview of Cultural groups (including different racial/ethnic groups, gender, class, and sexual orientation) IV. Future of Diversity (current political movements, affirmative action, social change, etc.) V. Personal Development (cultural competence, discussion of what to do now, building alliances for pursuit of social justice) Student Learning

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