Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies | Evaluated Learning Experience
Sociology of Racial and Ethnic Groups (SOC 320)
Varies; self study format.
March 2016 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define such concepts as assimilation, pluralism, ascribed and achieved statuses, prejudice and discrimination; display basic knowledge of historical, socioeconomic, and political demographics of the United States; demonstrate critical thinking about different theories and perspectives pertaining to race, class, and gender; and apply sociological concepts to the analysis of race and ethnicity to personal and/or family experience.
Instruction focuses on the status of racial, ethnic, and cultural minority groups from historical, economic, and political perspective. The self-study course is designed to expand knowledge of theory, research, and current events in regards to the relations of race, ethnicity, gender and class in the United States. The final exam covers concepts relating to assimilation, pluralism, ascribed and achieved statuses, prejudice and discrimination and assess students’ critical thinking skills and knowledge of basic subject matter including: historical, socioeconomic, and political demographics of the United States, along with the various theories and perspectives pertaining to race, class, and gender.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Sociology, Social Science, or Behavioral Science (3/16) (8/21 revalidation).
