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SOCI 420	SOCI 420 Human Services Field Placement III Course Credits: 3 Students are provided with an opportunity for experiential learning through a supervised practical experience with a community or social agency related to the student's interest and/or future career plans. Readings, written assignments, and group meetings invite students to discover a new synthesis of knowledge through integrating theory and practical experience. Students develop cognitive complexity as they consider how to apply the knowledge gained in the social sciences, to acquire praxis skills, and to experience personal transformation while serving and empowering others. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 411 and admission to the Human Services Program NB: Pass/Fail course
SOCI 450	SOCI 450 Seminar in Sociology Course Credits: 3 Students analyze and reflect upon major issues in sociology. This integrative seminar addresses a variety of methodological, theoretical, and practical questions. Prerequisite(s): 12 sem. hrs. of Sociology including SOCI 101 or instructor's consent
SOCS 305	SOCS 305 Research Methods in the Social Sciences Course Credits: 3 This course provides a survey of empirical research methods, both qualitative and quantitative, used in social and political analysis with practical application of these methods to such issues as research design; the preparation of a literature review; the application of quantitative survey techniques and case study methods; interviewing techniques; and research ethics. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Social Sciences/Social Studies
SOCS 383	SOCS 383 Social Data Analysis Course Credits: 3 Social scientists greatly benefit from the use of statistical analyses in their respective disciplines. Through a comprehensive investigation of data description; drawing statistical inference; testing the significance of differences and relationships and modeling predictive relationships students will develop a quantitative and computational inquiry. Discipline specific experiential learning modules will be employed where appropriate. Cross-listed: GENV 383 Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Social Sciences
SOCS 385	SOCS 385 Qualitative Research Methods Course Credits: 3 This course will introduce students to various traditions of qualitative social inquiry and their associated methodological features. Emphasis will be placed on the practical application of these traditions of inquiry as their associated methods of data collection and analysis are applied in a range of research settings. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. at the 300- or 400-level of Psychology, Sociology, and/or Anthropology
SPAN 101	SPAN 101 Introduction to Spanish Course Credits: 3 This course is an introduction to the Spanish language and culture for students with little or no previous knowledge of Spanish. The course covers basic grammar, listening, speaking, reading of simple texts and writing skills.. NB: Students with more than two years of high school Spanish or native speaker ability cannot take SPAN 101 for credit. See instructor for entry levels.
SPAN 102	SPAN 102 Introduction to Spanish Course Credits: 3 This course is an introduction to the Spanish language and culture for students with some knowledge of Spanish. This is a continuation of SPAN 101 course; grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills will be further developed. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101 or instructor's consent NB: See instructor for entry levels.
SPAN 201	SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish Course Credits: 3 This course provides an increased understanding of Hispanic culture and Spanish language through the review and expansion of grammar; including a strong emphasis on oral skills, writing, comprehension, and pronunciation. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101, 102, or instructor's consent
SPAN 202	SPAN 202 Intermediate Spanish Course Credits: 3 This course provides an increased understanding of Hispanic culture and Spanish language through the review and expansion of grammar; including a strong emphasis on oral skills, writing, comprehension, and pronunciation. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101, 102, or instructor's consent

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