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Courses taught at PSU-Hazleton by
Michael Polgar:
Sociology 5, 30, 207, 309, 405, 428, 430 (descriptions and syllabi links below).
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student enrolled in a course below, or if you are a registered guest, please
visit ANGEL course management system for the
most recent syllabus and information on courses with Michael Polgar.
If you would like to see how the
following courses meet Penn
State requirements for
general education in social science (GS), a major in Liberal Arts and
Sciences (LAS), or a sociology major (SOC), please consult with an academic
advisor or contact Michael
Polgar.
Soc
05: Social Problems
This course describes and
examines the distribution of important social problems. Problems of social
inequality and intolerance include poverty, prejudice, and discrimination.
Social injustice includes crime, violence, and illness. Social problems occur
within economic, political, regional, occupational, educational, and family
institutions. Problems are found throughout the world; global problems
include conflict, environmental harm, disease, and poverty.
Syllabus
(Offered each semester)
Soc 30: Sociology of Family
This course is a sociological exploration of familial structure,
interactions, and family change in the U.S. It focuses on family issues
and the historical social demography of the family in the 20th century,
particularly since the 1970s. It examines social variations in family forms
and family processes, including differences in culture, race, gender, and
social class. Syllabus
Sociology 207: Research Methods
An experiential course covering the four
basic research methods: available data, survey data, experiments, and field
research. Topics include methods for exploratory, descriptive,
explanatory, and evaluative research. Syllabus (offered Fall
2009)
Soc 309/497B: Sociology of Health and Medicine
This course explores sociological concepts & principles operative in
public and private areas of health and medicine, including cultural, ethnic,
and ecological factors. Participants will study topics in epidemiology,
health careers, illness experiences, and the structure of medical care
organizations and systems. Syllabus (next offered Spring 2011)
Sociology 405: Sociological Theory
This course provides an overview of the development of
sociological theory, including current issues and controversies. Readings and discussions
explore theories of social structure and social change. Students
examine the different levels of social theory and the importance of social
theory to social research. Syllabus
(next offered Fall 2011).
Sociology 428: Homelessness in America
This
course surveys social science research on homelessness in the contemporary United States.
It examines explanations of the causes and consequences of homelessness for
individual adults, youth, and families. Readings explore the measurement,
prevalence, and dynamics of homelessness over time. This course
examines the array of services provided for homeless and poor people.
Students will study the context of homelessness in the larger context of
poverty. (Next offered Fall 2010).
Sociology 430: Family in a cross-cultural perspective
“Sociological analysis of family systems in cultures
and sub-cultures.” (PSU Degree Program Bulletin, 2004-06). The course is a survey of cultural and
structural diversity and variation in family forms, processes, and relationships. Sociological work examines social ideals, describes
social patterns, makes comparisons, and evaluates demographic trends. This course will examine variations among
families according to race and ethnicity, family form, and nationality. Syllabus. Offered Fall
2009.
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