SOC 320 Social Consequences of Population Changes (2nd SOC 320社会后果的人口变化（第二.pptVIP

SOC 320 Population Dynamics and Policy(2nd Term, 2007-8) Instructor: Dr. Kenneth W. K. Law (Ext. 7209 Rm. 213) Brief Course Description This course starts with an introduction to the global trends and patterns in fertility, mortality and migration. It is followed by discussions on the patterns and social consequences of various population policies aimed at monitoring population growth, structure, quality and movement. Special focuses will be put on the convergent and divergent of population dynamics and policies between the more developed and the less developed societies. Population issues and policies specific to Hong Kong will also be discussed Aims This course provides students with fundamental knowledge about population studies. It also tries to provide students with a general picture of the global population structure and change and arouse their awareness of the importance of population composition, population policy, and other social variables in analyzing population dynamics and changes in modern world. Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students will be 1. equipped with the basic knowledge and techniques of population studies; 2. able to understand the basic structure and components of the dynamics of a population; 3. aware of the nature, types, and significance of population policy; able to analyze the social consequences of population dynamics in a multidisciplinary context; and 5. able to relate population issues to policy measures in their native and neighboring societies. Indicative Content Introduction a. Nature and domains of population studies b. Sources of population data c. World population: An introduction d. Hong Kong’s population: major trends and projections Indicative Content The Study of Fertility a. World trends and patterns b. Determinants of fertility c. From birth control to contraception d. The case of Hong Kong Indicative Content The Study of Mortality a.