SSC 100 Introduction to Social Science
This course introduces students to social sciences with emphasis upon practical knowledge and useful core competencies. It serves as an 'entry portal' course for students in the Social Science BA program. This course is also designed for students in any program wanting to gain a thoughtful overview of the social sciences and the impact of the scientific methods on the study of social phenomena. The course's learning objectives emphasize understanding the origins, methods and limitations of scientific inquiry in the study of human social behavior.
WEB
(Blended) 09447 Introduction to Social Science Elliott 3
SSC 110 Introduction to Human Sexuality
An overview of contemporary information and issues concerning human sexuality. Topics to be included are human reproductive anatomy and physiology, sexual arousal, fertility, types and functions of birth control devices, conception, pregnancy and family planning, aging and sexuality, and alternative sexual patterns.
Rockland
13068 Introduction to Human Sexuality T 01:00PM-03:45PM Curran 3
WEB
09448 Introduction to Human Sexuality McCue-Herlihy 3
SSC 317 Leadership Seminar
(This course is cross listed with HON 401.) This course is designed to provide emerging and existing leaders the opportunity to explore the concept of leadership and to develop and improve their leadership skills. Emphasis is on the application of theory in case studies, readings, films, and personal experience. Prerequisite: ENG 101, any COM, and SOC 101 or PSY 100.
Bath/Brunswick
(ITV Broadcast Class) 11918 Leadership Seminar TH 07:00PM-09:45PM Bowne 3
Video Conference
(Receive Class) Leadership Seminar TH 07:00PM-09:45PM Bowne 3
13088 Ellsworth/Hancock
11919 Rockland
13089 Rumford/Mexico
13090 South Paris
SSC 318 Adolescence, Substance Abuse and Criminality
(This course is Cross-listed with HUS 318)This course integrates the study of adolescent development, alcohol and other drug use, abuse, and dependency, and criminality among adolescents and young adults. Case studies and group projects address problem definition, strategies for intervention, and rehabilitation issues. Prerequisite: An introductory social science, human service, or criminal justice course.
Augusta
(ITV Broadcast Class, Blended, Delayed Viewing OK, No Permission Needed)
10202 Adolescence, Substance Abuse and Criminality M 07:30AM-08:45AM Watkins 3
Bangor
(ITV Receive Class, Blended, Delayed Viewing OK, No Permission Needed)
10204 Adolescence, Substance Abuse and Criminality M 07:30AM-08:45AM Watkins 3
ITV
(ITV Receive Class, Blended, Delayed Viewing OK, No Permission Needed)
Adolescence, Substance Abuse and Criminality M 07:30AM-08:45AM Watkins 3
10206 Bath/Brunswick
13162 Bethel
13133 Bucksport
13134 Deer Isle
13136 East Millinocket
13137 East Sullivan
13135 Ellsworth/Hancock
13148 Farmington
13152 Fort Kent
13139 Greenville
13140 Houlton
13138 Hutchinson Center
13159 Island Falls - Delayed Viewing
13141 Jackman - Delayed Viewing
13161 Jay - Spruce Mountain Adult Ed
13143 Kingfield - Delayed Viewing
13144 Lewiston-Auburn
13146 Lincoln
13163 Machias
13147 Mount Desert
13151 Newport
13150 North Haven - Delayed Viewing
13154 Presque Isle
13155 Rangeley - Delayed Viewing
13156 Rockland
13157 Rumford/Mexico
13145 S Berwick - Delayed Viewing
13158 Saco/Biddeford
13160 Sanford
13142 Sherman Station
13165 Skowhegan
14426 South Paris
13149 Thorndike - Delayed Viewing
13164 Van Buren - Delayed Viewing
SSC 320 Research Methods in Social Sciences
Introduces upper-level undergraduate students in the social sciences and related professional areas to social research methods. Examines research questions, hypotheses, research designs, qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis techniques, and data interpretation strategies. Students will be expected to gain competence in procedures used in assessing published research reports. Provides an opportunity to become familiar with ethical issues in social research. Prerequisite: At least one introductory course in the social sciences and MAT 100.
Augusta
12825 Research Methods in Social Sciences M 09:00AM-11:45AM Adams 3
WEB
(Blended) 09450 Research Methods in Social Sciences Elliott 3
SSC 362 Death & Dying
Covers a range of theoretical viewpoints, practices, and cultural values related to the human life and death cycle. Among the topics included for study are near-death experiences, condolence behaviors, palliative care practices, death industries, spirituality and religious beliefs, grief reactions and therapies, cultural differences, public laws, education initiatives, leave taking rituals, historical views of death, and ethical issues. Prerequisite: PSY 100 or SOC 101
Bath/Brunswick
12908 Death & Dying M 01:00PM-03:45PM Line 3
SSC 450 Conflict Resolution
(This course is cross-listed with JUS 450.) A study of conflict resolution, particularly in relation to the helping professions. Theoretical constructs are studied. Conflict resolution techniques of the practitioner in negotiation, mediation, and advocacy with individuals and groups are discussed and practiced. Prerequisite: PSY 100 or permission of the instructor.
Rockland
13069 Conflict Resolution W 04:00PM-06:45PM Galloway 3
