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An introduction to consumer economics. Topics include consumer behavior, rights, responsibilities, consequences of consumer decisions for individuals, families and society. Current issues that affect the individual consumer, the household as a consuming unit, and society at large. 176 Introduction to Marriage, Family and Intimate Relationships (SB) (2nd sem) Introduction to personal decision making about intimate relationships. Emphasis on clarification of values and attitudes, sexuality, love and communication, the use of power, the significance of emotions and control. 270 Interpersonal and Group Dynamics (2nd sem alt yrs) Interpersonal skills for entry-level careers in human services and merchandising. Focus on the skills needed for face-to-face communication in helping/service situations. Students encouraged to put theory into practice and work on developing their personal style of relating to others in work settings. 278 Child, Family, and Community The development and socialization of children in the context of families, communities, and the larger society. An ecological perspective used as framework for this examination of children in social settings. 360 Personal and Family Finance (1st sem) Factors influencing decisions on acquiring and using income; management of resources and budgeting to achieve realistic goals for individuals and families. Honors Colloquium offered. 362 Consumer Protection and Legislation (2nd sem alt yrs) Basic issues in seller-consumer relationship. Analysis of consumer legislation; its economic and social impact. 370 Contemporary Family Theory (1st sem alt yrs) Review of contemporary family theories with special emphasis on Social Exchange, Symbolic Interaction, Conflict, Developmental and Systems theories. These theoretical frameworks used to explain family phenomena such as divorce, spouse abuse, etc. Prerequisite: CS 176 or SOCIOL 222. Honors Colloquium offered. 374 Community Organization and Services (2nd sem alt yrs) The study of professional techniques essential to work effectively in direct service delivery within the helping professionsa systems approach to social work linked with Locus of Control techniques in each of the following helping strategies: case management, intake interview, diagnostics, intervention strategies, networking of resources, self-help groups, evaluation, group work, and community organizing. 378 Human Resource Management Interpersonal processes through which managers of non-profit and for-profit organizations do their work. Focus on action alternatives for improving performance of subordinates. Self-examination of stu-dent's own style of relating with people in organizational settings. 380 Research Methods in Consumer Studies Introduction to research methods used in family and consumer sciences. Exploration of various modes of inquiry, including empirical and interpretive. Honors Colloquium offered. 382 Curriculum and Methods Introduction to developing home economics educational programs in settings including public schools, community agencies, extension, and business. Characteristics of learners (youth and adults) and educational process emphasized. 384 Educational Program Planning in Consumer Studies Emphasis on current theories of curriculum development. Analysis of various home economics curricula, development of course, unit and lesson plans, teaching materials, tests and other means of evaluating learning and growth. Prerequisites: CS 382, EDUC 534 and 535, and consent of instructor. 388Y Educational Field Experience Ten consecutive days as assistant teacher in middle or high school guided by cooperating teacher and home economics teacher educator. Teaching lessons, case study, curriculum analysis. 440 Current Family Issues (1st sem) An analysis of the skills essential to fam-ily functioning: interpersonal relationships, decision making, coping strategies, valuing, bonding and separationthese dynamics applied to divorce and separation, work-family balance, violence, poverty, homelessness, cultural diversity, and inter-generational issues. 450 Family Economic Issues through the Life Course Dynamics of the economic decisions and behaviors of individuals and families as they are influenced by the demographic, social, and psychological changes of their needs throughout the life course. 460 Family in Economic Systems (2nd sem alt yrs) Interrelation of the national economy and family economy. Income, expenditures, levels and standards of living and welfare. Programs for improving economic well-being of families. Honors Colloquium offered. 466 Family Financial Analysis Analysis of families' use of financial resources. Includes topics such as credit problems, investments, debt, financial counseling, and financial planning. 470 Family Policy: Issues and Implications (2nd sem alt yrs) Identifies major policy issues and evaluates these in terms of impact on the family and services provided to the entire population in need, including the non-poor. Highly individualized to student area of interest. Oral and written presentation including family impact statement on topic of student choice. Honors Colloquium offered. 474 Community Services Administration (2nd sem alt yrs) A study of administrative and political processes commonly practiced in conducting family support programs at the community and state level. The structure and decision making processes in both the public and private sector in determining priorities and resource allocation to meet the needs of families and individuals. 484 Professional Studies in Education Seminar concurrent with student teaching to augment, enrich, and analyze the student teaching experience on professional and personal levels. 495F Senior Seminar in Family and Consumer Sciences (2nd sem) 1 cr Analysis of current issues in Family and Consumer Sciences. A summary exit course for graduating seniors. 498Y Practicum 1-15 cr Field work in an approved setting in Family and Consumer Sciences. See faculty for prerequisites. Mandatory Pass/Fail. 508 Student Teaching/Practicum (both sem) Placement in a Massachusetts secondary school under supervision of approved cooperating teacher and University faculty member. Required for teacher certification. 590N Families with Special Problems Major issues confronting families in our society. Topics may include child abuse, domestic violence, alcoholism or drug abuse, teenage pregnancy, physical disability, mental illness, developmental disabilities, incest, the effects of divorce on children, the effects of divorce on adults, dual career families, aging, crime and delinquency, etc. Family
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