Examination of the historical development of the family, and the theoretical underpinnings of family relationships. Discusses current trends and changes in the family and family life.
This course uses an interdisciplinary perspective to explore the historical and contemporary transformations of families
Examination of the historical development of the family, and the theoretical underpinnings of family relationships. Discusses current trends and changes in the family and family life.
This course uses an interdisciplinary perspective to explore the historical and contemporary transformations of families. The core questions shaping this inquiry will be: Who/what is a family—socially, legally and economically? How are families organized? What are the social and economic consequences of belonging to a family? We will explore several key trends in family studies, including the two-income household, childrearing and the gender division of labor within the household, social class and childrearing trends, and gay and lesbian families. We will be primarily concerned with how gender, class and sexual orientation inform the experience of family and the wider socio-political and economic context in which families reproduce themselves.
Student learning goals
Critically examine gender and family structures
Compare American family structures to families in other parts of the world
Understand basic kinship terms and theories
Critically examine gender and family structures. • Compare America