Sociology 110
/Marriage and Family
http://occonline.occ.cccd.edu/online/cpettus
Office: Social Science 200G
/ Fall 2015Office Hours:
Mondays and Wednesdays 11-12pm
Tuesdays 11-1pm and by appointment
Phone: 714-432-5822
Course Description: The family, its structures and functions. Emphasis on the sociological theory and research on marriage, kinship systems, components of mate selection, intimate relationships, and child-rearing practices. The family is examined in historical perspective and in relation to social change.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Students will be able to:
1. Differentiate between core theoretical perspectives and research methodologies used to define and explore marriage and family units.
2. Compare and contrast global, cultural, social, and economic variations in dating.
Preparation: This course requires college-level English competency for completion of required assignments. It is recommended that students successfully complete (C or better) English 100 prior to taking this course.
Class Materials:
Public and Private Families: An Introduction, 7th edition with Connect. Andrew Cherlin
ISBN 9781259437717
You may obtain the materials directly through the Connect program via the link I provide in Blackboard. You may choose to obtain a hard copy of the text for an additional fee, if you wish. Please let me know if you need help with this process.
Grading Policy:
This approximate scale will be used. Final grades may vary depending on the performance of the entire class.
Grading Scale 495 - 550 = A
440 – 494 = B
385 – 439 = C
330 – 384 = D
000 – 329 = F
Grade Computation – Based on a total of 550 points
350 points Exams
100 points Project
100 points Homework/In-class work
Exams:
There will be 2 midterm exams and a final exam.
Extra Credit:
I will offer several extra credit options. You will find an extra credit assignment sheet on my website. Extra credit may be submitted up to one week before the final exam.
Project:
Your project in this class will be to maintain a portfolio of work over the course of the semester. Specific details will be provided on a separate assignment sheet.
Make-up Exam/Late Paper Policy:
I will NOT accept any assignments late. Assignments that are to be submitted in hard copy form are due in class, must be typed and may NOT be submitted via email. Also, make-up exams will not be offered except under documentable extenuating circumstances and provided that arrangements have been made with me in advance.
Laptops/Tablets/iPads: I do not allow the use of ANY electronics in my class.
Attendance:
Regular attendance is an expectation. Students who do not attend class regularly and/or who are frequently late or leave early do not perform well on exams and other assignments. It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw when absences have been excessive.
Accommodations:
If you have a documented disability and need accommodations for this class, please see me as soon as possible or contact the Disabled Students Programs & Services (DSPS) for assistance. The DSPS offices are located in Special Programs and Services. Phone: (714) 432-5807.
Student Responsibilities:
· First and foremost, you must be respectful to each and every person in this class. I have a zero-tolerance policy toward racist, sexist, and/or homophobic language. Do not engage in that type of behavior.
· All work submitted is to be your own. Plagiarism is a very serious offense. Should you have specific questions, please see me and I can clarify any questions you may have. In addition, you need to know that cheating, collusion, or any other forms of academic dishonesty are grounds for disciplinary action. Please see the Student Code of Conduct for a clear explanation of your responsibilities while on this campus.
· Cell phones don’t belong in the classroom. They are disruptive and show a lack of respect for others in the class. Please check your devices BEFORE entering the classroom so that we can avoid any problems. Should you have a justifiable reason for having one on, please see me before class to explain your circumstances.
Please be aware that I reserve the right to modify the course direction at any time.
Course Outline
Content
/Reading Assignment
Week 1August 24 - 28 / Introduction
Week 2
August 31 – September 4 / Public and Private Families / Chapter 1
Week 3
September 7 - 11 / The History of the Family / Chapter 2
Week 4
September 14 - 18 / Gender and Families / Chapter 3
Week 5
September 21 - 25 / Social Class and Family Inequality / Chapter 4
Week 6
September 28 – October 2 / Exam #1
Race, Ethnicity, and Families / Chapter 5
Week 7
October 5 - 9 / Race, Ethnicity, and Families / Chapter 5
Week 8
October 12 - 16 / Sexualities / Chapter 6
Week 9
October 19 - 23 / Cohabitation and Marriage / Chapter 7
Week 10
October 26 - 30 / Work and Families / Chapter 8
Week 11
November 2 - 6 / Exam # 2
Children and Parents / Chapter 9
Week 12
November 9 - 13 / Children and Parents / Chapter 9
Week 13
November 16 - 20 / Older People and Their Families–
Project submission deadline – Last class session / Chapter 10
Week 14
November 23 -27 / Domestic Violence / Chapter 11
Week 15
November 30 – December 4 / Divorce
Stepfamilies / Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Week 16
December 7 - 11 / Wrap up