SOC110-01: Introduction to Sociology
Fall 2016
Meeting Time: MWF 9:00-9:50 Meeting Place: Powell Athletic Center201
Professor: Carey Ruiz,Ph.D Office: Druien Hall 217
Office Hours: MW 1-3PM & T,Th 12:30-3:15 Office Phone: 270-789-5177
or by appointment Email Address:
Catalog Description:
An introduction to the perspectives, methods, concepts, and general findings of the sociologist. Includes discussion of historical and conceptual development of sociology and is a study of society with analysis of group life and other forces shaping human behavior. Serves as the basic course for students who intend to take additional courses in sociology or as a support course for other majors.
Learning Objectives:
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the science of sociology and the way in which in studies human behavior. Students in this course will be introduced to some of the general theories of the discipline, some methods used by sociologists, the impact of groups and social institutions on the behavior of individuals, and the impact individuals have on groups and social institutions. Upon completing this course, the student should be able to
- Adequately use basic sociological terminology in order to intelligently discuss, analyze, and critique major social issues.
- Demonstrate an increased awareness of social issues and their impact on society. Become fascinated by the subtle linkages between individual biography and the historical, socio-economic context within which one lives.
- Demonstrate rational thinking through application of social scientific principles and methods.
- Understand the development of different types of societies and possess an increased sensitivity toward the varieties of cultures/societies.
- Comprehend interaction among society’s major institutions and how these institutions affect life chances.
- Describe how the group influences or is influenced by culture, society, social institutions and social change.
- To learn how the Christian Faith and Sociology can be integrated in many facets of ministry and vocational life.
General Education Learning Outcomes Include Enabling the Student to:
- Communicate effectively through oral presentations and writing
- Think Critically
- Learn Independently
- Examine Relationships in Diverse and Complex Environments
- Be able to access the Library effectively
- Use technology to access relevant social science resources
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Texts:
**Readings on Tigernet
Office Hours:
This is the time for you to come with any questions or concerns you might have related to this class. If you need to meet with me but cannot make office hours, please make an appointment via email.
Class Policies and Requirements:
You can find a list of all policies for classes in the Campbellsville University Student Handbook. These policies include: attendance, participation, academic honesty, reasonable accommodations, class expectations, reading assignments, etiquette and communications, and grading policies and scales. You are responsible for knowing all of the information in those policies, as they are part of the course information and contract. Please let me know if you have any questions. NO CELL PHONES SHOULD BE VISABLE DURING CLASS, IF YOU HAVE ARE EXPECTING AN EMERGENCY PHONE CALL, PLEASE LET ME KNOW PRIOR TO CLASS BEGINNING.
Methods of Evaluation:
The assignments in this course include: three exams, three short social exercises, reading and video responses, and class participation.
Outline of Course Grades
Points toward Final GradeSocial Exercises / 300
Exams (3 x 100) / 300
Karl Marx Socialist Stamps and Reading Response
Class Attendance and Participation
Reading and Video Response Papers / 50
50
100
Total / 800
Please Note: A grade is an assessment of your effort and your abilities. Exceptional work will warrant an A; good work will warrant a B; adequate work will warrant a C; below adequate work warrants a D; a final grade of F means that your work has been unsatisfactory. You will receive the grade you earn!
A+ / 98% – 100% / B+ / 87%-89% / C+ / 77%-79% / D+ / 67%-69%A / 94% - 97% / B / 83%-86% / C / 73%-76% / D / 63%-66%
A- / 90% - 93% / B- / 80%-82% / C- / 70%-72% / D- / 60%-62%
Exams
Each exam (including the final) will cover the chapters discussed leading up to the exam. Exam dates are listed on your class schedule
Papers
Three mini- papers will be assigned for the course. Guidelines for the papers will be
distributed later in the semester. Papers should be roughly 2-3 pages in length, typed, and turned
on the Turnitin website.
Startup Instruction for your Students
1. Go to www.turnitin.com
2. Click on the Create Account link at the top right corner of the page
3. If you have already set up an account in the past, you can log in from this screen, but to set up a student profile, under the section entitled Create a New Account, click on Student
4. You will need the Class ID and Class Enrollment Password from your course instructor.
*Note that if a student has an existing profile in the system, the student should log in, click the “Enroll in a Class” tab on the student home page, then use the Class ID and Class Enrollment Password to add the course.
Student QuickStart Guide with QuickStart Training Video: https://guides.turnitin.com/01_Manuals_and_Guides/Student/Student_QuickStart_Guide
Problems or Concerns?
· turnitin has extensive documentation and help information at http://www.turnitin.com/en_us/support
· CU’s turnitin administrator is Stephen Skaggs or (270) 789-5118
The Class ID for turnitin is: 13324753
The Password is: Intro01
Please note: I will not accept papers via email. Any paper turned in through
email will be ignored. You may turn a paper in late, but only as a hard copy. I will deduct 10
points from the grade for every class period the paper is late. In other words, a paper that
deserved a grade of 95 that was due on a Monday but turned in on Wednesday would receive an
85 instead.
Films and Readings
Throughout the semester, you will be required to read or watch a video containing material that illustrates a concept we are covering in class. I expect you to have read these articles or viewed the videos by the dates on which they are listed. Following your viewing or reading of each, please turn in a 1-2 page reaction paper. The content of this paper should contain your critical evaluation of the material (not a summary of the material). I also expect you to be prepared to discuss them in class to go along with your participation grade. Response papers are due the same day films and readings are listed on the syllabus. They do not have to be turned in through turnitin but should be uploaded through Tigernet. Films and readings also contain potential quiz and exam questions, so please pay close attention to them.
Kentucky Teacher Standards (KTS or IECE) / KTS Diversity Indicators / InTASC / ILA Standards / Technology (Yes or No) / [Include full name of SPA/s] / CAEPSocial exercises
300 pts / 1.1
1.2 / 1.2 / 4 / Y / NCSS
1.1
1.4
1.5 / 1.3
3.5
Exams 3
300 points / 1.1
1.2 / 1.2 / 4 / N / NCSS
1.1
1.4
1.5 / 1.3
3.5
Karl March reading
50 pint / 1.1
1.2 / 1.2 / 4 / N / NCSS
1.1
1.4
1.5 / 1.3
3.5
Reading and video response Paper
100 points / 1.1
1.2 / 1.2 / 4 / Y / NCSS
1.1
1.4
1.5 / 1.3
3.5
Why this class would probably get a “PG13” rating
Sociology is about the study of human behavior and as you know, humans have a sinful nature. Therefore, some of the things we talk about in this class can be a bit difficult. I try very hard to be mindful of the material I bring into class as we are all coming together from different points of life. However, there will be some content in the course that is a bit more “adult” than others. I have indicated on your class schedule as to when any readings or films may contain potentially offensive material. If you are terribly uncomfortable with the thought of engaging in such material, please do not hesitate to see me for an alternate assignment!
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Tentative Course Schedule
Date / Topic / Reading Assignments / Assignments DueFall 2016 / SOC 100- Sociology of Everyday Life—Schedule (Changes Possible)
08/31/16 / First Day Introductions
09/02/16 / What is Sociology? Critical Thinking and Developing Sociological Ways of Seeing
09/05/16 / Labor Day / No Class
09/07/16 / What is Sociology? Critical Thinking and Developing Sociological Ways of Seeing, cont. / [ON TIGERNET] “The Sociological Imagination”
Video
09/09/16 / Critical Thinking, cont.
Date / Topic / Reading Assignment / Assignments Due
09/12/16 / Sociological Methods
09/14/16 / Methods, cont / Exercise One: Seeing and Thinking Sociologically—The McDonaldization of America
09/16/16 / Exploring Human Culture
09/19/16 / Exploring Human Culture, cont. / [ON TIGERNET] “Body Ritual among the Narcirema”
09/21/16 / How do we acquire a sense of self?
09/23/19 / How do we acquire a sense of self?
09/26/16 / Discussion and Exam Review
09/28/16 / Exam 1 / Exam 1
09/30/16 / Video: The Quiet Rage: The Stanford Prison Experiment / NO CLASS! Please follow the link on Tigernet to the video and watch on your own / ** Be Advised: Adult Content
10/03/16 / Effects of Groups and Organizations of our Everyday Lives
10/05/16 / Groups and Organizations
10/07/16 / Deviant Behavior / [Tigernet] = “On Being Sane in Insane Places…”
10/10/16 / Deviance Behavior, cont / Exercise Two: Seeing and Thinking Sociologically—the breaching experiment
10/12/16 / Systems of Stratification
10/14/16 / Systems of Inequality: Race and Ethnicity
10/17/16 / Systems of Stratification, cont. / [Tigernet] “Nickel and Dimed” / **Be Advised: “Nickel and Dimed contains Offensive Language!
10/19/16 / No Class / No Class! Video: Born Rich with questions. Please follow the link on Tigernet to watch
10/21/16 / Fall Break / No Class
Date / Topic / Reading Assignment / Assignments Due
10/24/16 / Systems of Inequality: Race and Ethnicity
10/26/16 / Gender Differences and Inequalities
10/28/16 / Gender Difference, cont. / [Tigernet] “Gender as Structure”
10/31/16 / Discussion
Exam 2 Review / Exercise Three: Seeing and Thinking Sociologically—lessons in inequality
11/02/16 / Exam 2 / Exam 2
11/04/16 / How does Society Change?
11/07/16 / How Does Society Change, cont. / [Tigernet] “The Atrophy of Social Life”
11/09/16 / Religious Institutions
11/11/16 / Video: Jonestown: The Life and Death of the
People’s Temple / No Class: Please follow link on Tigernet to watch on your own / Be Advised: Adult Content
11/14/16 / Religious Institutions, cont
11/16/16 / Religious Institutions, cont. / [Tigernet] “Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism”
11/18/16 / Sociology and the Environment
11/21/16 / Sociology and the Environment
11/23/16 / Thanksgiving Break / No Class
11/25/16 / Thanksgiving Break / No Class
11/28/16 / Government and Economy
11/30/16 / Government and Economy, cont.
12/02/16 / Government and Economy, cont / [Tigernet] “Dollars and Votes..”
12/05/16 / Star Power / Class Activity / Attendance is mandatory
12/07/16 / Star Power / Class Activity / Attendance is mandatory
12/09/16 / Star Power / Class Activity / Attendance is mandatory
12/14/16 / Final Exam / 8:00 AM