SOC 501 - Pro-Seminar in Sociological Practice

Units: 2

Introduces students to the range of approaches to the field of sociological practice that include evaluation/needs assessment research, clinical sociology, community organizing, and program development in social service agencies. Examines the contributions of classic studies in these areas as well as the theoretical, methodological, and political challenges posed to traditional approaches by feminist theory and methods, critical race theory, and participatory action research. Enrollment restricted to students enrolled in the Master of Arts in Sociological Practice Program.