Mar 29, 2024  
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SOC 220 - Race and Ethnicity


An introduction to the major sociological theories, social scientific research methods, and concepts used by sociologists to study race and ethnicity in society.  Students will learn how the history of race and ethnicity in the U.S. affects opportunity structures across multiple social institutions.  Content will include, but not be limited to, sociological theory, research methods, dominant/minority group relations, social stratification/inequality, social/human diversity, assimilation, pluralism, immigration, prejudice, discrimination, and the multiple levels of racism, democracy, social policy, social justice, and social action.

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Describe major sociological concepts and theories.
  2. Apply the methods sociologists use to explore social phenomena.
  3. Describe the historical and contemporary societal factors that shape the development of individual and group identity involving race, class and gender.
  4. Analyze the role that complex networks of social structures and systems play in the creation and perpetuation of the dynamics of power, privilege, oppression, and opportunity.
  5. Apply the principles of rights, access, equity, and autonomous participation to past, current, or future social justice action.
  6. Identify the consequences of racism in the United States at the individual, group, and systemic levels.