Discuss the impact of social class on the life chances of children, including a discussion and examples of social capital and parenting practices.
How has the U.S. racial-ethnic composition been changing over time? What are the implications of these changes for understanding the family?
Discuss the social construction of childhood, evaluating the experiences of children throughout U.S. history as a reflection of broader cultural values.
The definition of family has changed over time as a result of legal, cultural, and institutional shifts. Discuss two ways that the definition of family has changed over time and include which factors created this change.
Using the concepts of biological and symbolic family ties, explain how you know who to call your "family."