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2022-2023 Catalog Archived
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SOC 205 - Social Problems Class: 3 Credits: 3 This course is a survey of current social problems in America, stressing the importance of social change and conflicts as they influence perceptions, definitions, etiology, and possible solutions.
Prerequisite(s): Take SOC 101 with a minimum grade of “C”. Course Topics:
- Studying Social Problems in the Twenty-First Century
- Wealth and Poverty: U.S. and Global Economic Inequalities
- Racial and Ethnic Inequality
- Inequality based on Age
- Alcohol and other Drugs
- Crime and Criminal Justice
- The Changing Family
- Problems in Politics and the Global Economy
- Global Social Problems: War and Terrorism
- Can Social Problems Be Solved?
Textbooks: Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site Required Materials: None Grading System: An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 0-59
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Distinguish the difference between personal and social problems.
- Recognize the problems of social inequality.
- Identify global social problems.
For SCC Online Courses: If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies that include:
- Identity Verification
- Required materials for all online courses
- Mandatory Attendance Requirement
- Orientation and Support
- Proctored Exams
Standard SCC Course Policies: Please review the Standard Course Policies on the following topics:
- Academic Integrity
- Add/Drop period
- Attendance
- Classroom Conduct
- Equal Access
- IT Access
- Online Behavior
- Online Confidentiality
- Services For Students with Disabilities
- Student Concerns
- Student Help Services
- Withdrawals
Official Course Syllabus 2022-2023
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