E-Knowledge Discovery

Same as Soc Sci 177D.

This course takes an approach which examines the challenges facing Asian American families as well as strengths that can be incorporated to enhance their well-being.

Diversity within family systems and family patterns among the different Asian American groups will be highlighted, and the influence of cultural legacy, ethnic background, immigration history, community structure and economic status will be analyzed.

Psychological and social issues impacting Asian American families, such as model minority stereotypes, acculturation and socialization, cultural values, gender roles, ethnic identity formation, interracial marriages, racism, and oppression, substance abuse, gambling addiction, and domestic violence will be reviewed.

Specific issues related to gay, lesbian and youth populations will be covered.

The readings in this course draw from a wide variety of disciplines, and thus provide many different perspectives on the experiences of different Asian American families.
Method of instructions - lectures, group discussions and students' presentations, films and video clips and required readings. Students are expected to facilitate discussions on the readings.

Course Syllabus