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Topic

Dates

1

Introduction: Logistics and Perspective

August 31

2-3

Cognitive Theory: Social Perception, Balance and Attribution

Sep 7-14

4-5

Symbolic Interaction Theory: Role, Self and Presentation

Sep 21-28

6-8

Exchange Theory: Profit, Equity, Power and Trust

Oct 5-12

9

Midterm Examination: In class Essay Exam

Oct 26

10-11

Social Groups: Structure, Communication & Cohesiveness

Nov 2-9

12

Institutions: Legal, Economic, Family and Education

Nov 16

13

Collective Behavior: Crowds, Masses and Social Movements

Nov 23

14

Presentations: Individual Analyses presented for discussion

Dec 1

15

Final Examination: Take home critical analysis

Dec 8