Minority Studies Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Instructor Information
Instructor
Debra Avara (Curriculum Vitae)Office Hours
For online classes: All communication will be done through email. Email me THROUGH the class email USING THE LINK ON THE LEFT OF THE PAGE IN BLACKBOARD. (not the one listed above). This is the best way to contact me.
Emails should be done THROUGH the class email (not the one listed above). This IS the best way to contact me.
Course Information
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Course
SOCI-2319-001 Minority Studies
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: RDNG 0331-minimum grade of C or a score on a state-approved test indicating college-level reading skills
Course Description
This course studies minority-majority group relations, addressing their historical, cultural, social, economic and institutional development in the United States. Both sociological and social psychological levels of analysis will be employed to discuss issues including experiences of minority groups within the context of their cultural heritage and tradition, as well as that of the dominant culture. Core concepts to be examined include (but are not limited to) social inequality, dominance/subordination, prejudice and discrimination. Particular minority groups discussed may include those based on poverty, race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or religion.
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Department Expectations
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Hours
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
Class Type
Online Course
Syllabus Information
Textbooks
ISBN 13: 9781256744375
Supplies
\ Students must have access to a reliable computer to do their assignments. The library on Campus has computers to use if you need them.
\\ Access to some word processing software, such as MS Word (preferred). Internet access is
Student Performance
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Explain how the concept of social inequality pertains to minority group status defined in terms of identities that may include: social class, race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or religion.
2. Differentiate between important concepts and theories of prejudice and discrimination including the effects of prejudice and discrimination on the everyday lives of minority group members in the context of social institutions.
3. Analyze the history of culture, experiences of inequality, and current life opportunities of various minority groups in the United States with contrasting reference to other countries.
4. Analyze minority group interactions in the United States focusing on immigration and migration patterns, assimilation processes, and adjustments to American life.
Students Rights and Responsibilities
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If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Expected Student Behavior
\ 1. Come to Class prepared.
\\ 2. Listen when others are speaking.
\\ 3. Avoid side conversations. They are distracting to me and to others who sit close by.
\\ 4. Arrive on time for class and stay for the whole class
\\ 5. Take care of personal needs before class. Movement about the room is disrupting. If this poses a problem for you please talk to me.
\\ 6. Do not bring food or drinks into the classroom.
\\ 7. Cell phones should be turned off before class begins. If you feel that you have a reason for an exception, please speak to me.
\\ 8. If I find you sleeping, "resting", I will tap you on your arm and y ou are leaving for the rest of the class.
\\ 9. Cheating or Plagiarism will not be tolerated and will result in an 'F' for the course, not a 'W'.
Grading Criteria
\ GRADING CRITERIA/GRADE SCALE: I drop one quiz. This does not include the extra credit assignment.
\\ 500 – 445 = A; 449- 400 = B; 399 - 350 = C; 349 - 300 = D; 299 down = F.
\\ Throughout the class – you can calculate on your own where you stand. Take the points you could have up to that point and divide it by the points you DO have, - move the decimal over 2 and walla!
\\ ALL QUIZZES ARE ONLINE.
\\ EXTRA CREDIT ASSIGNMENT:
\\ 1. Write a 1 page paper over what you learned from the Just The Basics Please! Book 1 Money, double space, 12 font. Worth 10 pts.
\\ 2. "Just the Basics Please! Book 2: Marriage and Sex", Deb Avara 2012. Write a 1 1/2 page, double spaced, 12 font, standard margin, paper regarding what you learned from this book. This paper is worth 20 points. This book can be downloaded from www.lulu.com to computer or as an ebook.
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Attendance
\ This is an online class. You must be disciplined to keep the work up and on time. Assignments not turned in will receive a '0' for a grade.
\\ Makeup Policy: None – All quizzes are done ONLINE and ON TIME. I DO NOT turn quzzes back on. Do not wait until the last minute; something will go wrong (Murphy's Law!!). Excuses will not be accepted, sickness, weather, computer problems, work - it is your choice to take or to not take the quizzes.
Calendar
****The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus if circumstances warrant****
All quizzes are online. Check the calendar for due dates. Several weeks you have more than one assignment/chapter due. Be careful not to miss any!! All quizzes are due by NOON on the date listed below, unless otherwise noted.
We do not do chapter 5.
Minority Studies Summer 1
All quizzes are to be completed by NOON on the day listed.
(12pm = Noon)
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Due Date |
Quiz Assignment |
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June 8th
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Class Begins |
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June 17th
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Chapter 1 - Exploring Race and Ethnicity Chapter 2 - Prejudice Chapter 3 – Discrimination Chapter 4 – Immigration Quizzes 1,2,3, and 4 due by NOON |
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June 24th
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Chapter 6 - Native Americans Chapter 7- The Making of African Americans in a White America Quizzes 6 & 7 AND discussion 7 due by NOON |
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July 1st
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Chapter 8 - African Americans Today Chapter 9 - Hispanic Americans Chapter 10 - Mexican Americans & Puerto Ricans Quizzes 8,9, and 10 due by NOON |
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July 8th
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Chapter 11- Muslim and Arab Americans: Diverse Minorities Chapter 12 - Asian Americans: Growth and Diversity Extra Credit Papers Due by midnight Quizzes 11 and 12 due by NOON |
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July 15th
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Chapter 13 - Chinese Americans and Japanese Americans Chapter 14 - Jewish Americans: Quest to Maintain Identity Quizzes 13, 14, AND Discussion 14 due by NOON |
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July 22nd
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Just The Basics Appendix Due by 11:55pm
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July 29th
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Chapter 15 - Women: The Oppressed Minority Quizzes 15 due by NOON |
Additional Information
\ ****The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus if circumstances warrant****
Syllabus Created on:
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Last Edited on:
11/30/-1 12:00 AM