Department of Sociology, Social Work and Anthropology
SOCIOLOGY LEARNING OBJECTIVES
As stated earlier, the Sociology faculty has developed four statements of intended educational goals and six statements of outcomes. These goals are descriptions of what the program intends for students to know, think, or do as they take courses in Sociology. These goals are published in the sociology advising sheet, on the departmental web site, and in all course syllabi.
“Sociology courses collectively contribute to major goals of the Sociology Program. Students will learn to:
1. Communicate effectively.
2. Think critically, analytically, and reason logically about social issues and/or social problems.
3. Understand and use sociological principles, concepts, and theories to examine social behavior and issues.
4. Understand and evaluate the application of sociological methods to social behavior and issues.”
In re: outcomes, different classes address different outcomes:
1. Demonstrate knowledge essential for understanding society from a sociological perspective.
2. Identify and critically evaluate the contributions of sociologists, social scientists, and scholars.
3. Identify and critically evaluate the forces and institutions that influence his or her life as a member of society.
4. Identify, comprehend, and apply the quantitative and qualitative methods of sociological research.
5. Pursue careers in sociological areas, business, government, and/or graduate study.
6. Apply the methods and concepts of sociology to the analysis of social issues, problems, and conflicts in preparation for participation as agents of creative social change.