SOC 310 Education and Society

3 Credit(s) DIII

This course examines the functions and structures of the varying forms of educational processes in contemporary society. Emphasis is given to the development and direction of informal and institutionalized education in America, the differing patterns of education, which have evolved within other societies and cultures, and the links between education and social order. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or permission of Department Chairperson.