Sociology | Social Interaction
S439 | 4047 | Heise


Through readings, field observations, and computer analysis this
course focuses on ways of understanding
Interpersonal behavior.  Major emphases are symbolic interaction,
group process, affect-control, and
narrative.  Goals in the course include:
(1)	Reading in order to gain scientific understanding of social
relationships;
(2)	Learning technology for analyzing social interactions in
practical affairs;
(3)	Gaining proficiency in some sociological methods of research.

Grades are based largely on papers, but also depend on class
attendance and participation during class.  Papers utilize observed
readings and computer programs.  More details are available on the
World Wide Web at
http://www.indiana.edu/~claswork/Courses.html