Note: In order to find a course in the new 4 digit numbering system using an old 3 digit number, please refer to the conversion list below. Before registering for courses with the new 4 digit numbering system, please ensure that you have not previously taken the course in its 3 digit form.
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Family Studies
1020 -
Introduction to Family Studies
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A multi-disciplinary approach to the family as a biological, social, economic, legal and political unit, continually changing and adapting to a variety of pressures. This course provides students with a broad grounding in the family in the current Canadian context, and examines cultural and historical variation.
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Family Studies
2200E -
Current Issues in Family Studies
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This course focuses on current issues involving the family. The first segment explores methodology used by researchers to ask questions about families and analyze changes. The second segment examines in depth several topics that currently impact on families, including functions, stresses and changes. Emphasis will be on families in Canada, with some comparative work.
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Family Studies
2220A/B -
Theoretical Perspectives in Family Studies Research
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Students will be introduced to the major theoretical frameworks used bysocial scientists to explain variation in family life including life span, life course, developmental, social learning, social exchange, social conflict, symbolic interactionist, ecological, family systems and feminist theory perspectives.
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Family Studies
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Immigration and the Family Experience
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Diversity in culture of origin and family form lead to diversity in parenting and child care in Canada. The course examines the differing expectations of children, and parents and teachers across cultures, migration and settlement experience, related family resources and government policies.
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Family Studies
2230A/B -
Qualitative Research in Family Studies
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An introduction to qualitative research and its application to the study of the family. Topics to be considered include participant observation, interview skills, life histories and methods of analysis.
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Family Studies
2240A/B-2242A/B -
Special Topics in Family Studies
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Family Studies
3310A/B -
Women, Education and Life Choices
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This course examines the social forces that shape life choices for women in Canada. Particular attention is given to the influence of the increased opportunity for formal education and the emerging choices each generation of North American women encounter with regard to career, marriage, motherhood, and family life.
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Family Studies 402a/b if taken in 2002-2003, 2003-2004, 2004-2005.
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Family Studies
3320A/B -
Family Practices in a Global World
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This course examines the family practices found in the West today. Due to migration patterns, and new social dynamics in Western society, the family constellation is increasingly complex and reflective of cultural background and beliefs. Consideration will be given to these family practices, including how the media portrays them.
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Family Studies
3325A/B -
The Diversity of the Canadian Family
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This course offers a description and analysis of the diverse family structures and dynamics in Canadian families. It uses an ecological approach to understand families’ strengths and the challenges faced by families in contemporary society. Perspectives and knowledge underlying efforts to support families and children are identified..
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Family Studies
3350A/B-3352A/B -
Special Topics in Family Studies
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Family Studies
4401A/B -
Practicum in Family Studies
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Supervised field placement in family-focussed community organizations. Enrolment limited to third and fourth year Brescia Family Studies students who meet volunteer/service background guidelines.
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Family Studies
4402A/B -
Selected Topics in Family Studies
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Enrolment restricted to third and fourth year Family Studies students at Brescia; others by permission of the instructor.
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Family Studies
4450A/B-4452A/B -
Special Topics in Family Studies
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