Program Requirements
Common Core
Macro-analysis of society as a system. Examines cultural, structural, behavioral, and ecological patterns of organization. Includes a focus on complex organizations.
- Prerequisites:
- none
A survey and analysis of major scientific approaches to human social behavior.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Appreciation of basic multivariable methods in the analysis of sociological data. Includes computer applications using SPSS and application to various social issues.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Advanced-level introduction or review of social science research methods, including entire research process: problem definition, literature review, hypothesis development, method development, data collection, analysis, interpretation, and communication; focuses on quantitative methods.
- Prerequisites:
- none
An overview of pedagogical philosophies and approaches, course design, and practical skills for day-to-day classroom teaching to develop both effectiveness and excellence in teaching sociology. Includes development of teaching portfolio.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Research/Methods Course(s)
Advanced-level introduction or review of social science research methods, including entire research process: problem definition, literature review, hypothesis development, method development, data collection, analysis, interpretation, and communication; focuses on quantitative methods.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Restricted Electives
Choose 3 - 6 Credit(s).
The internship in college teaching is designed to provide opportunity to acquire supervised teaching experience in the college classroom and to explore a career in college teaching. It also serves as a vehicle for the student to become more aware of personal strengths and identify areas in which further growth is needed.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Unrestricted Electives
Choose 6 - 9 Credit(s).
- Prerequisites:
- none
Capstone Course
Choose 3 Credit(s).
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- Prerequisites:
- none
Degree
Master of Arts
Major Credits
33
Total Credits
33
Locations
Mankato; Online
Career Cluster
Human Services