Learning Goals & Objectives

Student Learning Goal 1

Majors will be able to demonstrate that they are able to think critically about sociological concepts. Students will be able to demonstrate understanding of:

Students will:
  • Objective A: The scientific method as applied to the study of sociology.
  • Objective B: The major ways of conducting research in sociology, quantitative and
    qualitative.

Student Learning Goal 2

Majors will be able to demonstrate that they have the knowledge necessary for careers or graduate school. Students will be able to demonstrate:

Students will:
  • Objective A: Familiarity with the major concepts, theories, and theorists in sociology.
  • Objective B:  Applying sociological theories and methods in the real world. 

Student Learning Goal 3

Majors will be able to demonstrate the significance of diversity in sociology. Students will be able to articulate the role of sociology in:

Students will:
  • Objective A: Conceptions of diversity today and in the past.
  • Objective B: Understanding of the vastness of human diversity.