For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.
The mission of the Humanities and Social Sciences is to foster an appreciation of the role that the humanities and social sciences has played in the evolution of civilized society and to explore the ways that an understanding of theory and practice in philosophy, the social and behavioral sciences, the fine arts, and written and oral expression will enable students to participate thoughtfully in a global society.
Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.
Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.
Outcome #7: Understand each other, moving beyond simple acceptance to embracing and celebrating the rich dimensions of diversity by working as a team to learn, engaging with community, exhibiting cultural awareness, and creating equity
The learning outcomes and competencies detailed in this syllabus meet, or exceed the learning outcomes and competencies specified by the Kansas Core Outcomes Project for this course, as sanctioned by the Kansas Board of Regents.
- Summarize historical, social, and cultural forces that shape contemporary families.
- Examine the social processes in familial and intimate relationships.
- Analyze diverse intimate relationships and family structures.
- Critically analyze family issues utilizing evidence-based research and theoretical perspectives.
- The Context of Intimacy
- Seeking Intimate Relationships
- The Intimate Couple
- Intimacy in Families
- Challenges to Intimacy
- Classroom discussion.
- Brief Lecture.
- Outside Assignments
- Socratic Method
- Handouts.
- Videos.
Outcome 1. 1. Students will be required to read their textbook and other assigned readings.
Outcome 2. 1. Students will be required to engage in classroom discussion, submit article reviews and an interview paper.
Outcome 5. 1. The critical thought outcome will be measured by classroom discussion, the article reviews and interview paper, as well as the final and classroom assessment techniques.
Outcome 7.
- Their comprehension, critical analysis, and ability to apply their new found knowledge will be assessed by classroom discussion, article reviews, interview paper, final, and classroom assessment techniques.
- In addition, student communication skills will be evaluated through the use of a final exam and classroom assessment techniques.
- The diversity outcome will be measured by the use of various assessment techniques as well as classroom discussion.
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.