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SY201*OC
Sociology of Families
Centre for Online Learning
published: 2011 | Teaching material | Online Course Information
Calendar Description:
1.0 Credit
Using contemporary sociological perspectives, this course provides a critical analysis of Canadian families and family life. The social-historical changes in the organization of family life and cultural understandings of families are explored along with current issues facing Canadian families. Emphasis is on the link between family life and larger socio-economic structures, gender relations within families, and contemporary diversity in family life.
- Prerequisites
- SY101 or YC100.
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Textbook(s) - Order textbook(s) and/or course packs through the Laurier Bookstore.
| Family Patterns Gender Relations |
Fox |
3rd |
9780195424898 |
$67.95* |
| SY201 Course Package |
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$90.95* |
*All Prices are based on the previous term prices and are subject to
change. Please check the bookstore's website for current pricing
information.
Loaned Media - Request Loaned Media and Supplementary Material through the Centre for Online Learning. - Deposit Price TBA
The Double Shift:
Fatherhood USA: Juggling Family and Work
End of Second Class
When Parent’s Can’t Fix it: Living With a Child’s Disability
No Place Called Home
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Non-Refundable Administration Fee - $27.00
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revised Mar 24/11
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