Family Violence

1. Module Title: Family Violence
2. Module Prefix/Number: SOC 341
3. Credit Hours: Three (3)
4. Description: The course examines the entire spectrum of family violence, focusing on social processes and social relationships. The eighth edition is a multidisciplinary introduction to the study of domestic violence that guides students to a better understanding of the challenges involved in reducing or eliminating violence. There will be more information on PTSD and head trauma, a new section in children witnessing domestic violence, and international perspectives that crosses borders and cultures.

   The forms of abuse covered will be child physical abuse, sibling abuse, dating violence, spousal, cohabiting, and elder abuse (child sexual abuse is covered in other elective courses), sexual harassment, stalking, and victims rights. The lessons will comprise of a variety of pedagogical methods, including didactic lectures, experiential exercises, and group discussions. An emphasis will be placed on videos, and role-playing. In addition, special attention will be given to student’s attitudes and emotional reactions to the material covered.

5. Student Learning Outcomes:
   

   Learning outcomes The learner will:	Assessment criteria The learner can:
   1 a. Examine major theories that underpin and understanding of family violence from a variety of perspective and how to respond and recognize the threats of aggression. b. Explanation of causation on societal, individual or relationship levels.	1.1 Students will have a clear understanding of the various key theories used to explain family violence. 1.2 Explain what can be done to help a victim of family violence. 1.3 Able to identify possible indicators of family violence in children and adults in terms of structural inequality and lack of power.
   2 a. An overview of the various dimensions and dynamics of family violence. b. Have a better understanding of the challenges involved in reducing and eliminating violence.	2 a. An overview of the various dimensions and dynamics of family violence. b. Have a better understanding of the challenges involved in reducing and eliminating violence.
   3 a. Student’s will understand the international perspective of family violence that crosses borders and cultures. b. The law and enforce agencies that are involved in Singapore in dealing with domestic violence and abuse.	3.1 Explain the mandatory reporting laws and their response to child abuse. 3.2 Identify how each major type of abuse impacts social and law and enforcement agencies that are involved. 3.3 Recognize the extent of family violence in today’s society & victim issues.

6. Grading Scale: Your letter grade in this course will be determined by calculating your score on all assignments and exams as a percentage of the total possible score, on a standard grading scale:
   

   Your Letter Grade	Your Score as % of Total
   A	90–100
   B	80-89
   C	70-79
   D	60-69
   F	0-59

   Assignments 40%

   As part of the requirements, students must complete short assignments based on these studies. There will be 2 assignments, each attracting 20% of total course grade.

   Assignment (Essay) 20%

   Students are also required to turn in an essay assignment.

   Guidelines for the essay assignment:

   • Word limit: 1500 – 2500
   • The assignment should be typed using Times New Roman, 12-point size, double spaced, and 1″ margins.
   • The assignment should be edited for spelling and grammar.
   • References to be provided using the APA guidelines.

   Exam 40%

   There will be a Final exam. The exam will be based on material covered in the textbook readings and lecture notes.

7. Course Outline
   

   Topic
   Characteristics & Consequences of Family Violence Intimate Partner Abuse & Relationship Violence
   The Criminal Justice Responses to Intimate Partner Abuse & Violence Elder Abuse
   Physical Child Abuse Child Sexual Abuse
   Child Neglect Sibling Abuse
   Child Exploitation Special Issues in Child Abuse
   Professionals & Their Response to Child Abuse Special Populations & Family Violence
   Sexual Violence
   Stalking

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