At the end of the course, students will be able to: a1. Know of the socio-cultural and socio-economic history of various countries b1. Explain the socio-cultural changes and it’s relationships b2. Identify some social problems and solutions in the society c1 Discover the nature of society and diversities of world culture b3. Relate the many aspects of culture from a system theory perspective
I. Introduction to Sociology A. Principles and basic concepts of Sociology 1. study of group, culture, objectives, behaviours, classes, community role, status, and personality B. Social problems and social changes 1. Factors related to problems in the society C. History of Sociological Theory II. Introduction to Cultural Anthropology A. Concepts, Theories, methods of Research B. Areas 1. The Arab world 2. Role of institutions of family and religion C. Topical 1. Politics 2. Social Movements 3. Sociological views ( sociology of dying, death and bereavement) 4. Human rights in Cross-cultural perspective D. Social Institutions 1. Marriage and family 2. Gender 3. Law and society 4. Health care, medicine and society E. Cultural relativism to life 1. analysis of multiculturalism in a global context VIII. Methodology, Activities, & Assessment Tools: a. Examinations b. Audio-visual Aids c. Handouts IX. Requirements of the Course: a. Journal Readings b. Theory Development c. Oral Defense d. References e. Attends and passes examinations. f. Research works g. Comply with departmental and university policies
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