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Grace University - Academics

2007-2008 Grace University Catalog

Social Science Sequences



 

 

SS 201
Principles of Economics 1
3
A study of the principles of Economics with a microeconomics perspective.

                                  

SS 202
Principles of Economics 2
3
A continuation of SS 201 with an emphasis on macroeconomics.

 

SS 331
World Civilization 1
3
A survey of the history of selected civilizations from the origins of the first human civilizations to the Renaissance. It focuses on political, economic, social, cultural, and technological contributions of these civilizations, individually and collectively, to the modern world. A Christian philosophy of history is addressed.

                                            

SS 332
World Civilization 2
3
This course surveys the history of selected civilizations from the Renaissance to the present. It focuses on political, economic, social, cultural, and technological contributions of these civilizations, individually and collectively, to the modern world. A Christian philosophy of history is addressed.

                                            
                              

SS 431
American Civilization 1
3
A survey of American history from discovery by Europeans through the Civil War and reconstruction. The focus is on political, economic, social, cultural, and technological contributions of individuals and groups and their impact on modern America. Attention is placed on founding documents of the United States of America. A Christian philosophy of history is addressed.

                                      
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SS 432
   American Civilization 2
3
A survey of American history from the Civil War to the present. The focus is on political, economic, social, cultural, and technological contributions of individuals and groups and their impact on modern America. Attention is placed on late twentieth century post-modern philosophy and its promotion of pluralism, relativism, and individualism in American culture. A Christian philosophy of history is addressed.

 

PSY 211  
Child and Adolescent Development  
3
A study of the basic theories, principles, research findings and ideas about child and adolescent development from a psychological perspective, covering from conception to adolescence. Factors which influence the child and adolescent are noted with regard to their effect on the child’s physical, cognitive, social, and personality development. Prerequisite:  PSY 101 General Psychology or may be taken concurrently with PSY 101.

                                    

PSY 212
  Adult Development  
 3
An examination of the developmental processes which take place during normal adult life. The major theorists in this area will be examined and reviewed. An integration of spiritual maturity and adult life experiences will be made.  Prerequisite:  PSY 101 General Psychology or may be taken concurrently with PSY 101.

 

PSY 201
  Interpersonal Communication
3
This class examines the theories and development of interpersonal relationships and counseling skills. Principles of communication, relationship building and interpersonal growth within various contexts are covered.  Prerequisite:  PSY 101 General Psychology or may be taken concurrently with PSY 101.

 

PSY 412
Group Dynamics
3
An overview of the principles of group theory, dynamics and process, as applied to various therapeutic settings and problems. There is an experiential component of group exercises and interaction in the class.


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