CHEM 211-L1, Introductory Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Fall 2006
This semester, laboratory students will investigate the world of organic chemistry while learning various reactions and a wide range of laboratory techniques and instruments.,This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the instructor.
FREN 101-01, Elementary French, Fall 2006
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CHIN 301-01, Advanced Chinese, Fall 2006
In addition to the same objectives as those in the first two years, we will put more emphasis on listening and speaking. We will spend more time on listening comprehension part of the homework. This means that we will go over listening comprehension in a more detailed way in class. In addition to asking you to understand the listening materials, I will also ask you to retell the materials. In this way, you will have more opportunities to practice both listening and speaking. Also, we will do mor
BIOL 315-01, Ecology Lecture, Fall 2007
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BIOL 315-01, Ecology, Lecture, Fall 2005
One objective of mine is for you to realize and appreciate the interactions of the biological world. These interactions take place between the biological components themselves and between the biological components and the physical world. Hopefully you will come to see that "everything affects everything else.",This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the instructor.
BIOL 141-01, Biology II, Laboratory, Spring 2005
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BIOL 140-01, Biology II, Spring 2005
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BIOL 451/452, Research in Biology, Fall 2004
Research in Biology (Biology 451/452) is intended to provide a complete research experience.
As a regular college course, Research is the equal of any other course at Rhodes in that credit is
earned for accomplishment, and working responsibly and maintaining regular progress are crucial
to success. However, since Research differs in many ways from other courses, its independence
and individuality present special challenges, and it is important not to mismanage its
independence.,This syllabus was
ANSO 307-01, Sociology of Education, Fall 2006
Education is considered to be the primary means of realizing the American ideals of equality
and success. This course critically examines this idea from a sociological perspective by
looking at educational opportunities and outcomes on individual, interactional, and
institutional levels and by analyzing the roles class, race, and gender play in these processes.,This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the course instructor.
ANSO 303-01, Medical Sociology, Fall 2006
Medical sociology is the theoretical, empirical and applied study of the social dimensions of health, illness, disease and the provision and consumption of health care. Topics that will be covered in this course include epidemiology, social demography of health, the relationship between social stress and health, health and illness behavior, the sick role, the physician-patient relationship, the organization of health care and medical practice, and the moral and ethical aspects of health care pra
ANSO 275-01, Social Theory, Fall 2006
The purpose of this seminar is to study classic and contemporary contributions to social theory and to explore how these contributions have informed the development and practice of anthropology and sociology. This course is being co-taught by an anthropologist and a sociologist in order to provide the interpretive perspectives of both disciplines. We will take turns lecturing and leading discussions, and participate in all seminar meetings.,This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Offic
ANSO 261-01, Research Methods, Fall 2006
This is the first in the Anthropology-Sociology two-course sequence in Research Methods. This course provides a general introduction to the research process by addressing issues on research design, data collection, and basic analysis of data and interpretation of results. We will focus on two methodological approaches, surveys and in-depth interviews. During this course, students will read materials describing and employing these methods; practice conducting social research; and do presentations
ANSO 205-01, Victims of Progress. Spring 2006
The class will undertake an examination of the interaction between industrial nations of the “developed” world and the tribal and peasant societies of the “developing” world. The course will focus on the increasing exploitation of these peoples, not only by the industrialized world, but, also, by “developing” world elites. The approach will be both historical and critical.,This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the course instructor.
ANSO 105-01, Introduction to Sociology, Spring 2006
There are two primary objectives of this course, both of which are identified by our college’s new core curriculum: critical thinking and the ability to understand the “other.” These objectives will be pursued by studying the three classical theoretical orientations in sociology and then applying them to critically investigate a variety of social issues, including an issue you personally identify and focus on for your term research paper. In addition, you will learn fascinating theoretical
ANSO 103-01, Introduction to Anthropology, Spring 2006
Anthropology is not the study of “bizarre” human behavior; anthropology is rather the study of the range of normal human behavior. This course will explore this range.,This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the course instructor.
ANSO 341-01, Peoples of (Sub-Saharan) Africa, Fall 2005
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ANSO 321-01, Ecological Anthropology, Fall 2005
and their environment. Several competing models of ecological anthropology will be analyzed including materialist, symbolic, and systems approaches. The classroom approach will be that of a seminar in which we will all analyze and critique the various models and theoretical orientations put up for discussion. Participatory learning is assumed for a seminar of this type - it is not a spectator sport (this will become obvious by the middle of October!).,This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes Co
ANSO 105-03, Introductory Sociology, Fall 2005
Sociology is the study of how social reality and individuals are constructed through the ongoing creation and mediation of social relationships, structures and institutions. In short, sociology is the study of how individuals and society co-exist and co-create each other. In this course we will unlearn our inherited, taken-for-granted assumptions regarding social reality and develop a critical understanding of how we become who we are – both individually and collectively. The course will be su
ANSO 105-01, Introduction to Sociology, Spring 2005
Although we all have first-hand experience with social life, this course is designed to help students move beyond their “common sense” knowledge of the social world. Through developing their sociological imaginations, students will learn to think critically about the roles of individuals, institutions, and social structure in society. We will use fundamental sociological concepts and theoretical perspectives to examine modern societies, with an emphasis on American society. The course will s
Portrait of A. Theodore Johnson (1890-1961)
This is an oil painting of A. Theodore Johnson, professor and dean at Southwestern at Memphis, now Rhodes College, in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Johnson is dressed in a navy suit with a red and black striped tie. The background is blue-gray. It was painted by Henry Madden in 1962,This is an oil on canvas portrait 21 1/2 by 35 inches without the 27 by 35 inch frame. It is signed in the lower left corner.
