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SOCIOLOGY

Sociology 20. Rural Social Problems.—Both Terms. 8:30; C. H.
100. Credit, one session-hour. Mr. Gee.

A consideration of current rural social and economic problems affecting the work
to be done by rural leaders, that is, teachers, social workers and others.

Sociology 21. Rural Organization.—Both Terms. 3:30; P. H. 7.
Credit, one session-hours. Mr. Gee.

An applied course dealing with the principles and methods of developing the
affairs of rural life, with special reference to community and county organization,
community programs of work, and with the discovery and enlistment of local volunteer
leaders. Field work consisting of participation in different types of community
activities is required.

Sociology 22. Family and Child Welfare.—Both Terms. 2:30; P.
H. 7. Credit, one session-hour. Miss Ball.

The prnciples and methods of dealing with dependent and handicapped families;
care of dependent and neglected children and organization of child welfare programs;
public and private outdoor relief; mothers' pension legislation and administration;
charity organization movement, legal aid, remedial loans.

Sociology 23. Methods of Case Work.—Both Terms. 3:30; P. H.
3. Credit, 2 hours. Miss Ball.

A discussion of methods of dealing with individuals and families by social agencies
given in connection with practical field work. Interviews, diagnosis and interpretation
of needs and means of assistance. Case records, relations of social agencies
with one another.