Discuss the key stages in the evolution of family-friendliness in the workplace.
Explain the factors driving the growth of work-family and work-life programs and benefits.
Choose one of the work-family issues discussed in the course. Analyze that issue through the perspective of one of the four major sociological theories, explaining how the theory would interpret and evaluate your issue and what kind of solution the theory would propose.
How do the needs of new and single workers differ from workers with young children? Discuss the role of the workplace in treating workers equitably regardless of whether workers are married or single or have kids or not.
What is the impact of workplace policies that promote work-family balance on individuals, families, and communities? What is the impact on employers? Give specific examples of policies or programs and their effects.