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Understanding how to apply knowledge of social problems to our own lives can be sometimes difficult. Our Social Problems course provides a comprehensive view of different issues and explores societal consequences. We explore problems and solutions through several pedagogical means, such as case studies, data collection, and research methods. We take a look at a variety of topics, such as health care, crime, poverty, inequality, population growth, aging, environmental troubles, and world conflicts. By analyzing these social issues, you can become more mindful of how actions or in-actions can contribute to or alleviate social problems.
Prerequisite(s): None
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Define what a social problem is, possible consequences, and solutions
- Recall the societal impacts of economic inequality, crime, drug use, education, and family problems
- Identify social trends and patterns in diversity, immigration, and gender inequality
- Describe issues with the environment, overpopulation, and aging
- Recognize the societal concepts behind science, technology, and world conflicts
Social Problems Module 1
Physical and Mental Health
- What is a Social Problem?
- Elements of Social Structure and Culture
- Theoretical Perspectives
- Social Problems Research
- Health and Illness Around the World
- Mental Illness
- Social Factors
- Improving Health and Health Care
- U.S. Health Care
Social Problems Module 2
Alcohol and Drugs
- Drug Use and Abuse
- Sociological Theories of Drug Use and Abuse
- Frequently Used Legal & Illegal Drugs
- Society Consequences of Drug Use and Abuse
- Treatment Alternatives
- Strategies for Action: America Responds
- Understanding Drug Use
Social Problems Module 3
Crime and Social Control
- Sources of Crime Statistics
- Sociological Theories of Crime
- Types of Crime
- Demographic Patterns of Crimes
- The Societal Costs of Crime and Social Control
- Fear of Criminal Victimization
- Crime and Social Control
Social Problems Module 4
Family Problems
- Patterns, Trends, and Variations
- Sociological Theories of Family Problems
- Problems Associated with Divorce
- Domestic Violence and Abuse
- Strengthening Families
- Abusive Behavior Inventory
- Understanding Family Problems
Social Problems Module 5
Economic Inequality, Wealth, Poverty, and Unemployment
- Defining and Measuring Poverty
- Sociological Theories of Economic Inequality, Wealth, and Poverty
- Economic Inequality, Wealth, and Poverty in the United States
- Reducing Poverty
- New Global Economy
- Problems of Work and Unemployment
- Responses to Problems of Work and Unemployment
Social Problems Module 6
Problems in Education
- Sociological Theories of Education
- The Inequality of Educational Attainment
- Problems in the American Educational System
- Trends and Innovations in American Education
- Understanding Problems in Education
Social Problems Module 7
Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration
- Racial and Ethnic Group Diversity in the United States
- Immigrants in the United States
- Sociological Theories of Race and Ethnic Relations
- Prejudice and Racism
- Discrimination Against Racial and Ethnic Minorities
- Understanding Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration
Social Problems Module 8
Gender Inequality and Sexual Orientation
- The Status of Women and Men
- Sociological Theories of Gender Inequality
- Gender Stratification: Structural Sexism
- The Social Construction of Gender Roles
- Understanding Gender Inequality
- Homosexuality and Bisexuality in the United States
- Sociological Theories of Sexual Orientation Inequality
- Discrimination Against Lesbians, Gays, and Bisexuals
- Struggle for Equality
Social Problems Module 9
Population Growth and Aging
- Worldview of Population Growth and Aging
- Aging of the World’s Population
- Sociological Theories of Population Growth and Aging
- Social Problems Related to Population Growth and Aging
- Poverty, Unemployment, and Global Insecurity
- Understanding Problems of Population Growth and Aging
- Effects to Increase Population
Social Problems Module 10
Environmental Problems
- Globalization and the Environment
- Sociological Theories of Environmental Problems
- Environmental Problems
- Social Causes of Environmental Problems
- Government Interventions to Reduce Global Warming
- Understanding Environmental Problems
Social Problems Module 11
Science and Technology
- The Technological Revolution
- Sociological Theories of Science and Technology
- Technology and the Transformation of Society
- Societal Consequences of Science and Technology
- Understanding Science and Technology
Social Problems Module 12
Conflict, War, and Terrorism
- Conflict in a Changing World
- Sociological Theories of War
- Causes of War
- Terrorism
- Social Problems Associated with Conflict, War, and Terrorism
- Understanding Conflict, War, and Terrorism
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Ed4Career is committed to being both environmentally conscious and making it easier for you to study! We’re making your education mobile! All of our textbooks are now provided as eTextbooks. You can access them on your laptop, tablet, or mobile device and can study anytime, anywhere.
The move away from physical books to eTextbooks means you get the latest, most up-to-date version available. This also makes your training more accessible, so you can study anywhere you have your phone or tablet. The best part is that all materials are included in your training cost so there are NO extra fees for books!
Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player
