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SOCI-001 Introduction to Sociology
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Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
Course syllabi
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Fall '09:
Hall, C Margaret
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Fall '09:
Schiwietz, Christine
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Fall '09:
Schiwietz, Christine
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Fall '09:
Schiwietz, Christine
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Additional syllabi may be available in prior academic years.
Sections:
SOCI-001-01 Introduction to Sociology: Community and Alienation
Scope of Course
This Introduction to Sociology course examines basic sociological concepts, theories, and methodologies by focusing on the substantive topics of community and alienation. We look at how different social structures, social institutions, patterns of interaction, and social changes affect opportunities, social conditions, and relationships in groups and societies. Attention is focused on how the social situations of all members of society—including the global community—can be improved.
Required Readings
Margaret L. Andersen and Howard F. Taylor. 2006 (4th edition). Sociology: Understanding a Diverse Society. Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.
Students will also compile short bibliographies for their group project research.
Course Grade
20% Midterm Exam 2 essays typed as take-home exam.
20% Final Exam 2 essays typed as take-home exam.
40% Group Projects 20% oral; 10% written; 10% peer/self evaluation.
20% Instructor's evaluation of class participation.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
SOCI-001-02 Introduction to Sociology
The purpose of this course is to provide the students with a systematic understanding of our social world. We introduce a wide range of studies, concepts, approaches, and theories that are unique to Sociology. Some of the major characteristics of the course include its global approach, interdisciplinary nature, and, a focus on critical thinking. Ultimately, our goal is to help the students develop a "sociological imagination".
Your grades are based on 3 equally-weighted exams, a research paper, and class attendance/participation.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
SOCI-001-03 Introduction to Sociology
The purpose of this course is to provide the students with a systematic understanding of our social world. We introduce a wide range of studies, concepts, approaches, and theories that are unique to Sociology. Some of the major characteristics of the course include its global approach, interdisciplinary nature, and, a focus on critical thinking. Ultimately, our goal is to help the students develop a "sociological imagination".
Your grades are based on 3 equally-weighted exams, a research paper, and class attendance/participation.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
SOCI-001-04 Introduction to Sociology
Sociology is the study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior. Sociologists investigate the structure of groups, organizations, and societies, and how people interact within these contexts. (American Sociological Association, 2005)
In this course students will learn the basics of sociology through a variety of readings and film clips and "do" sociology with regular data workshops where they will test theories and recognize the social construction we all experience. By the end of the semester, students will be able to understand and explain:
• basic concepts, generalizations, theories, and methods used in the study of sociology;
• the sociological focus and the influence the study of sociology has on identifying, explaining, and solving (or causing) social policy issues; and
• how sociology is used in everyday life to explain the social behavior of people, and even predict what they will do.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
SOCI-001-05 Introduction to Sociology
This course is designed to introduce students to the field of sociology, the exploration of society and how it operates. Sociology broadens social insights, fosters critical thinking, trains students in methods of gathering and analyzing data, and helps students develop their writing skills. By thinking actively about the issues facing contemporary society, students will learn to examine life situations and the influence of society and groups on peoples lives and the basic processes that shape social life. The course will introduce sociological perspectives (how issues of everyday life and activities) relate to the way society is structured and introduce socialization, culture, social institutions, social stratification, race and ethnicity, gender, politics, education and social change.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
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