Table of Contents

• Textbook

• Course Information

• Module 1: Changes and Definitions / Studying Marriages and Families / Sociological Theories of the Family

• Module 2: Gender and Socialization / Love and Intimacy / Communication and Connections

• Module 3: Sexual Scripts / Dating and Mate Selection / Marriage

• Module 4: Parenting / Family Resources and Economics / Divorce and Seperations

• Module 5: Remarriage and Step-families / Aging and Families / Politics, Government, and Issues

• Module 6: Violence and Tragedies / Family Strengths and the Future / Rape and Sexual Assualt

• Culminating Activities

• Coffee House: Relax - Take a Break - Socialize!