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2024 Spring > UGRD > sociol > sociol 346

The Self in Society: Studies of Autobiographies

Course #: sociol 346

Description:
This course uses sociological readings and a wide variety of autobiographical materials to help students make sociological sense of their own and others' lives. The course addresses how the development of identity and the development of personal empowerment are affected by discrimination. Selected readings by Goffman, Gilligan, Erikson, Mills, and others aid in the interpretation of autobiographies. Written and oral reports are used to practice the skills of listening, describing, analyzing, and interpreting.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-requisite: SOCIOL 101. Sociology Majors are also required to have completed SOCIOL 102

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 12023 TuTh
2:00 - 3:15 pm
Barnes,Brian|Youngreen,Reef R Wheatley W01-0006
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/22/2024 - 05/08/2024
Capacity: 40
Enrolled: 35
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes: This course uses low-cost course material which will cost less than $50. For more information about low-cost course material, please visit open.umb.edu
Pre Requisites: Pre-requisite: SOCIOL 101. Sociology Majors are also required to have completed SOCIOL 102
Course Attributes: United States, Low cost course material (under $50)