Hill College
112 Lamar Drive
Hillsboro, TX 76645
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Prefix and Number
SOCI 2319 Section:
Semester:
Course Title
Minority Studies
Instructor:
Contact:
Phone:
Email:
ACGM Description:
This course studies minority-majority group relations, addressing their historical, cultural,
social, economic, and institutional development in the United States. Both sociological and
social psychological levels of analysis will be employed to discuss issues including
experiences of minority groups within the context of their cultural heritage and tradition, as well
as that of the dominant culture. Core concepts to be examined include (but are not limited to)
social inequality, dominance/subordination, prejudice, and discrimination. Particular minority
groups discussed may include those based on poverty, race/ethnicity, gender, sexual
orientation, age, disability, or religion.
Catalog Description:
This course studies minority-majority group relations, addressing their historical, cultural,
social, economic, and institutional development in the United States. Both sociological and
social psychological levels of analysis will be employed to discuss issues including
experiences of minority groups within the context of their cultural heritage and tradition, as well
as that of the dominant culture. Core concepts to be examined include (but are not limited to)
social inequality, dominance/subordination, prejudice, and discrimination. Particular minority
groups discussed may include those based on poverty, race/ethnicity, gender, sexual
orientation, age, disability, or religion.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Semester Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Introduction and Purpose:
One of the most essential dynamics affecting social life continues to be minority/majority
relations. Race, money, gender, sexuality, and a host of other characteristics continue to drive
the headlines and play an essential role in societal and individual well-being. In this course,
you will learn about the various ways in which minority and majority statuses of all kinds shape
social and individual opportunity and life chances. Cultural traditions and lifestyles of various
minority groups are also explored.
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Instructional Materials:
Textbook:
TBA
Supplies:
May include standard writing and classroom supplies, Scantrons, computing technology and
other items, as per instructor.
Objectives/Student Learning Outcomes:
“Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Explain how the concept of social inequality pertains to minority group status defined in
terms of identities that may include: social class, race/ethnicity, gender, sexual
orientation, age, disability, or religion.
2. Differentiate between important concepts and theories of prejudice and discrimination
including the effects of prejudice and discrimination on the everyday lives of minority
group members in the context of social institutions.
3. Analyze the history of culture, experiences of inequality, and current life opportunities of
various minority groups in the United States with contrasting reference to other
countries.
4. Analyze minority group interactions in the United States, focusing on immigration and
migration patterns, assimilation processes, and adjustments to American life.”
Source: Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s Lower Division Academic Course Guide
Manual, Spring 2013.
The students' success in completing these objectives will be measured using a set of
examinations and assignments described, in detail under the section of this syllabus headed
“Methods of Evaluation.”
An Annual Assessment Plan will be implemented each year to review course.
Methods of Instruction:
This course will be taught face-to-face and/or by various distance learning delivery methods.
Audio-visual materials and computer-based technology will be used when appropriate.
Students will be shown how to use a calculator where appropriate.
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Methods of Evaluation:
Grades in this course will be based on the following evaluative criteria:
Exams comprise approximately 50% of the student’s grade. The remaining 50% is made up of
assignments, course discussion, quizzes, and other routine coursework, as specified by the
instructor.
Letter grades for the course will be based on the following percentages:
90-100% A
80-89%
B
70-79%
C
60-69%
D
Below 60% F
Course Outline:
Class policies:
Regular attendance at all class meetings and participation in online activities is expected.
Disruptions and inappropriate activity in class or via web communications will not be tolerated.
Topic Outline:
Sample topic outline for a SOCI 2319 Minority Studies course:
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Diversity in the US
Assimilation and Pluralism
Prejudice and Discrimination
Development of Dominant-Minority Group Relations in Pre-Industrial America
Industrialization and Dominant Minority Relations
African Americans
Native Americans
Hispanic Americans
Asian Americans
New Americans, Immigration, Assimilation, Old Challenges
Gender
Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Americans
Dominant-Minority Relations in Cross-National Perspective
Minority Groups and US Society: Themes, Patterns and the Future
SOCI 2319 Minority Studies
Disabilities/ADA
Reports of discrimination based on disability may be directed to the ADA/Section 504
coordinator. The College District designates the following person to coordinate its efforts to
comply with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, which
incorporates and expands the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
as amended:
Name:
Dr. Heather Kissack
Position:
Executive Director of Human Resources
Address:
112 Lamar Drive, Hillsboro, TX 76645
Telephone: (254) 659-7731
Students with qualified and documented disabilities may request accommodations which will
enable them to participate in and benefit from educational programs and activities. Students
should contact the Academic Advising and Student Success Center for more details at:
254 659 7650 for Hillsboro, 817 760 5650 for Cleburne, or 817 295-7392 for Burleson.
EEO Statement
Hill College is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment.
The college does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, race, color, religion,
sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in the administration of its
educational programs, activities, or employment policies.
Instructor’s Class Content:
See next page or instructor’s individual course information.
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