SFL 471
Philosophies of Family Work and Relationships
Family Life
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Changes in household labor across time, current issues around gender and household labor, and philosophical perspectives of family work and family relationships.
When Taught
Contact Department
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
SFL 160 or concurrent enrollment
Title
Content and Theory
Learning Outcome
Understand and synthesize the historical evolution of family work and the roots of home management.
Demonstrate knowledge of the core assumptions of current theoretical and research perspectives on family work.
Analyze gendered perspectives on men's and women's "unique" contributions to family life.
Communicate ideas clearly and engage in critical thinking as you write essays, take quizzes, and take exams.
Critique and think more clearly about your own family work paradigms.
