| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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50472 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Section: 6380 |
Faculty: Zhou, Wei |
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| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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50483 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Section: 6381 |
Faculty: Raftery, Susan R |
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| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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50526 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Closed |
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Section: 6382 |
Faculty: Shinn, Christina C |
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| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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51014 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Open |
Online |
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Section: 6383 |
Faculty: Watkins-Bailey, Shalah |
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| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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51199 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Open |
Online |
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Section: 6384 |
Faculty: Manning, Lydia K |
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| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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51331 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Open |
Online |
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Section: 6385 |
Faculty: Brazda, Michael |
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| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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51790 |
12 Jun 2024-06 Aug 2024 |
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Closed |
Online |
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Section: 6980 |
Faculty: Hale, David E |
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| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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51893 |
12 Jun 2024-06 Aug 2024 |
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Closed |
Online |
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Section: 6981 |
Faculty: Mendez, Nina A |
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| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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52324 |
12 Jun 2024-06 Aug 2024 |
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Closed |
Online |
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Section: 6982 |
Faculty: Foss, Rebecca |
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| BEHS 103 |
Technology in Contemporary Society (3) |
An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of technology in contemporary society. The aim is to apply principles and concepts from a variety of social science disciplines (e.g., anthropology, sociology, psychology, and gerontology) to explore the influence of technology on society and the effect of technological change on our social lives, including our interpersonal relationships, work, culture, and society. Topics include the way technology changes relationships, the cumulative advantages and disadvantages associated with technology, digital natives versus digital immigrants, the pace of technological change, changes to the nature of how people learn and think, and the meaning of technology in society. |
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52392 |
12 Jun 2024-06 Aug 2024 |
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Open |
Online |
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Section: 6983 |
Faculty: Shaw, Scott D |
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| BEHS 210 |
Introduction to Social Sciences (3) |
Recommended: WRTG 112 or equivalent. An interdisciplinary introduction to the study of society. The objective is to use the combined perspectives of the different social science disciplines to better understand the nature of society. Topics include research methods, ethical considerations in research, and the relationships among the different social sciences. Discussion surveys a range of social sciences. An analysis of social phenomena that integrates insights from the social sciences is also presented. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 201 or BEHS 210 |
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50143 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Closed |
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Section: 6380 |
Faculty: Merritt, Victoria A. |
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| BEHS 210 |
Introduction to Social Sciences (3) |
Recommended: WRTG 112 or equivalent. An interdisciplinary introduction to the study of society. The objective is to use the combined perspectives of the different social science disciplines to better understand the nature of society. Topics include research methods, ethical considerations in research, and the relationships among the different social sciences. Discussion surveys a range of social sciences. An analysis of social phenomena that integrates insights from the social sciences is also presented. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 201 or BEHS 210 |
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50314 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Closed |
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Section: 6381 |
Faculty: Moayed-Amini, Soheyl |
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| BEHS 210 |
Introduction to Social Sciences (3) |
Recommended: WRTG 112 or equivalent. An interdisciplinary introduction to the study of society. The objective is to use the combined perspectives of the different social science disciplines to better understand the nature of society. Topics include research methods, ethical considerations in research, and the relationships among the different social sciences. Discussion surveys a range of social sciences. An analysis of social phenomena that integrates insights from the social sciences is also presented. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 201 or BEHS 210 |
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51389 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Open |
Online |
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Section: 6382 |
Faculty: Ervin, Kelly |
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| BEHS 210 |
Introduction to Social Sciences (3) |
Recommended: WRTG 112 or equivalent. An interdisciplinary introduction to the study of society. The objective is to use the combined perspectives of the different social science disciplines to better understand the nature of society. Topics include research methods, ethical considerations in research, and the relationships among the different social sciences. Discussion surveys a range of social sciences. An analysis of social phenomena that integrates insights from the social sciences is also presented. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 201 or BEHS 210 |
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51676 |
12 Jun 2024-06 Aug 2024 |
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Open |
Online |
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Section: 6980 |
Faculty: Babcock, Virginia Marie |
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| BEHS 220 |
Diversity Awareness (3) |
An examination of the many dimensions of diversity within the framework of the social sciences. The aim is to learn how to interact and communicate effectively and appropriately within a diverse society. Emphasis is on using critical thinking to understand stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination and how these phenomena affect society. Discussion explores how adopting a social science perspective on diversity can help to address problems in the workplace, community, culture, and society. |
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50301 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Section: 6380 |
Faculty: George, Amber E |
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| BEHS 220 |
Diversity Awareness (3) |
An examination of the many dimensions of diversity within the framework of the social sciences. The aim is to learn how to interact and communicate effectively and appropriately within a diverse society. Emphasis is on using critical thinking to understand stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination and how these phenomena affect society. Discussion explores how adopting a social science perspective on diversity can help to address problems in the workplace, community, culture, and society. |
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50407 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Closed |
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Section: 6381 |
Faculty: Mitchell, Joanie M |
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| BEHS 220 |
Diversity Awareness (3) |
An examination of the many dimensions of diversity within the framework of the social sciences. The aim is to learn how to interact and communicate effectively and appropriately within a diverse society. Emphasis is on using critical thinking to understand stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination and how these phenomena affect society. Discussion explores how adopting a social science perspective on diversity can help to address problems in the workplace, community, culture, and society. |
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50527 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Open |
Online |
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Section: 6382 |
Faculty: Brooks, Patricia A |
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| BEHS 220 |
Diversity Awareness (3) |
An examination of the many dimensions of diversity within the framework of the social sciences. The aim is to learn how to interact and communicate effectively and appropriately within a diverse society. Emphasis is on using critical thinking to understand stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination and how these phenomena affect society. Discussion explores how adopting a social science perspective on diversity can help to address problems in the workplace, community, culture, and society. |
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51791 |
12 Jun 2024-06 Aug 2024 |
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Closed |
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Section: 6980 |
Faculty: Cody, Susan R |
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| BEHS 220 |
Diversity Awareness (3) |
An examination of the many dimensions of diversity within the framework of the social sciences. The aim is to learn how to interact and communicate effectively and appropriately within a diverse society. Emphasis is on using critical thinking to understand stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination and how these phenomena affect society. Discussion explores how adopting a social science perspective on diversity can help to address problems in the workplace, community, culture, and society. |
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51856 |
12 Jun 2024-06 Aug 2024 |
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Open |
Online |
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Section: 6981 |
Faculty: Hazel, Jill S |
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| BEHS 250 |
Social Justice Movements (3) |
An introductory study of movements for social justice from an interdisciplinary perspective. The objective is to use the theoretical approaches and concepts of the social sciences to explain the origin, development, evolution, and outcomes of movements both in the U.S. and around the world. Topics include individual and group motivations for engaging in social movements; the use of social media; and ways that movements affect culture, society, and government. Discussion explores justice in the areas of climate, race, and gender, among others. |
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51260 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Section: 6380 |
Faculty: Bieri, Franziska |
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| BEHS 300 |
Research Methods in the Social Sciences (3) |
Prerequisite: BEHS 210 and STAT 200. An introduction to the core concepts, research methods, and skills that apply to work in the social sciences. The goal is to begin the process of conducting social science research. Discussion covers the scientific method, as well as quantitative and qualitative research methods specific to the social science disciplines of psychology, sociology, anthropology, and gerontology. Topics also include reliability and validity of data, correlation versus causality, research ethics, institutional review boards, proposal writing, and the unique contribution of interdisciplinarity in social science research. |
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50465 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Open |
Online |
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Section: 6380 |
Faculty: Tice, Peter C |
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| BEHS 300 |
Research Methods in the Social Sciences (3) |
Prerequisite: BEHS 210 and STAT 200. An introduction to the core concepts, research methods, and skills that apply to work in the social sciences. The goal is to begin the process of conducting social science research. Discussion covers the scientific method, as well as quantitative and qualitative research methods specific to the social science disciplines of psychology, sociology, anthropology, and gerontology. Topics also include reliability and validity of data, correlation versus causality, research ethics, institutional review boards, proposal writing, and the unique contribution of interdisciplinarity in social science research. |
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51895 |
12 Jun 2024-06 Aug 2024 |
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Open |
Online |
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Section: 6980 |
Faculty: Silva, Priyanthi C |
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| BEHS 320 |
Disability Studies (3) |
An interdisciplinary study of disability issues that focuses on understanding and evaluating traditional and current interpretations of the meaning of disability. The goal is to interact and communicate effectively and appropriately in situations relevant to issues of disability. Topics include the construction of images of people with disabilities; attitudes and actions toward those with disabilities; approaches taken by major social institutions (e.g., law, education, religion, the arts) toward disability; distinctions between different models of disability; and current issues in disability studies. |
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50348 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Closed |
Online |
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Section: 6380 |
Faculty: Zapata, Patricia A |
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| BEHS 320 |
Disability Studies (3) |
An interdisciplinary study of disability issues that focuses on understanding and evaluating traditional and current interpretations of the meaning of disability. The goal is to interact and communicate effectively and appropriately in situations relevant to issues of disability. Topics include the construction of images of people with disabilities; attitudes and actions toward those with disabilities; approaches taken by major social institutions (e.g., law, education, religion, the arts) toward disability; distinctions between different models of disability; and current issues in disability studies. |
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50727 |
15 May 2024-09 Jul 2024 |
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Open |
Online |
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Section: 6381 |
Faculty: Perry-Garnette, Lindy K |
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| BEHS 320 |
Disability Studies (3) |
An interdisciplinary study of disability issues that focuses on understanding and evaluating traditional and current interpretations of the meaning of disability. The goal is to interact and communicate effectively and appropriately in situations relevant to issues of disability. Topics include the construction of images of people with disabilities; attitudes and actions toward those with disabilities; approaches taken by major social institutions (e.g., law, education, religion, the arts) toward disability; distinctions between different models of disability; and current issues in disability studies. |
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51896 |
12 Jun 2024-06 Aug 2024 |
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Closed |
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Section: 6980 |
Faculty: Phillips, Karon L |
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