SOCY 361 - Work and Leisure in Society

Understanding leisure and recreation from the standpoint of various macro- and micro-level sociological theories and by using both quantitative and qualitative social science research methods. Existential, developmental, social identity, interactionist, exchange, institutional, conflict, and voluntaristic-positivistic theories will be examined; survey, observation, case study, and experimental research techniques will be utilized. Students will apply these theories and techniques to selected issues in recreation and leisure studies through individual and group projects. Typically Offered Spring Only
Level: UG
Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite SOCY 121/D- Or SOCY 122/D- Or ANTH 122/D-
Ferris Equivalencies:

Department: SBSC