CFS260

Examine patterns of child-rearing across cultures.

Examine varying family structures across cultures.

Examine educational practices and philosophies across cultures.

Examine gender issues in child-rearing across cultures.

Examine the impact of societal change on childhood.

Examine family structures, parenting styles, and childhood experiences in various US cultures.

Evaluate media and textbooks on issues of bias.

Apply knowledge meaningfully to act as a resource person in providing information about a specific culture.

Apply critical thinking skills in evaluating racism at individual and cultural levels.

Apply critical thinking skills in examining their own cultural values and perceptions and how those impact their behavior.