Sociology Secondary Teaching Minor

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Requirements for the secondary teaching minor in sociology (STEP)

Generally a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 is required in courses included in the minor, with no single course grade below 2.0. Second undergraduate degree candidates completing the minor may be required to take additional courses at Oakland University beyond the stated minimums. Students must consult with the secondary education minor adviser in the department.

The secondary teaching minor in sociology requires a minimum of 24 credits including:

1. Core

SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology (4)
SOC 205 - Current Social Problems (4)
SOC 331 - Racial and Ethnic Relations (4)

2. One course from each of the following areas

a. Social problems

SOC 240 - Sociology of Crime and Punishment (4)
SOC 300 - Alcohol, Drugs and Society (4)
SOC 315 - Social Welfare Policies (4)

b. Social inequality

c. Interpersonal relations

SOC 335 - The Family (4)
SOC 337 - Interpersonal Relationships (4)
SOC 402 - Small Groups (4)

3. Required course

SED 427 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Students (3 or 4)