SYG 2000: Introductory Sociologysection 8546St. Petersburgcollege

SYG 2000: Introductory SociologySection 8546St. PetersburgCollege

Room: ES 320Clearwater Campus

Course Syllabus

Instructor:Debbie Cross

Cell Phone:(813) 465-9409 (emergencies only – please)

Email:

Class Meets:Mondays 5:30 – 8:45 p.m.

Office Hours:By appointment

Year/Semester: Spring 2018 - Express

Prerequisite:ENC 0020, REA 0002 or satisfactory score on the SPC Placement Test.

Course Description: Prerequisites: ((REA 0002 or REA 0017) and (ENC 0020 or ENC 0025)) or EAP 1695 or appropriate score on the SPC placement test. This course is the study of society and its effects upon individual behavior. Emphasis is placed on the group basis of society, points of conflict within societies, and societal trends in regard to increased growth and changing institutions. This course partially satisfies the writing requirements outlined in the General Education Requirements. 47 contact hours.

Course Materials:

Henslin, James. Essentials of Sociology, 12th Ed.

ISBN (text): 978013420558

(e-text): 9780134205987

THIS TEXT IS REQUIRED.

Major Learning Outcomes:

1.The student will demonstrate an understanding of sociology and the study of the group basis of society.

2.The student will demonstrate knowledge of differences within societies.

3.The student will demonstrate knowledge of societal trends in population growth, urbanization, and collective behavior.

4.The student will understand the major institutions of society.

5.The student will demonstrate increased ability in writing.

Course Objectives Stated in Performance Terms:

1.The student will demonstrate an understanding of sociology and the study of the group basis of society by:

a.describing the focus of sociology.

delineating the major sociological groups such as: formal groups, informal groups, family, and institutions.

c.summarizing ways in which individual behavior is influenced by cultural norms.

2.The student will demonstrate knowledge of differences within societies by:

a.distinguishing the classical and moderntheories of deviant behavior.

b.identifying the relationship between technology andsocial systems.

c.identifying the bases of racial and ethnic group membership and sources of prejudice and discrimination.

3.The student will demonstrate knowledge of societal trends in population growth, urbanization, and collective behavior by:

a.identifying social and economic changes that affect demographic trends.

b.identifyingthe effects of urbanization on humans.

c.identifying human behaviors as they are exhibited in various forms of collective activities.

4.The student will understand the major institutions of society by:

a.distinguishing the functions of the family.

b.identifying the functionsof religion in society.

c.recognizing the functions ofeducation.

d.recognizing the social functions ofeconomic and political systems.

5.The student will demonstrate increased ability in writing by planning and writing one or more of the following (all of which are evaluated):

a.research, analysis, outline, evaluation or other types of papers completed outside of the direct classroom experience.

b.research, analysis, outline, journal, evaluation or other types of essays completed during the direct classroom experience.

c.any type of expository, evaluative, persuasive or personal response writing as described in the college publication entitled " A Resource Manual for Writing Across the Curriculum."

Assignments 1.A student’s final grade in this course will be based on the completion of 10 chapter quizzes; three exams; three papers; one final paper; and an oral presentation

Chapter Quizzes: Students will be expected to come to class prepared to take a short 5 multiple choice questions quiz for each chapter. These quizzes will be given immediately at the start of class and at the start of class after the break each night. These quizzes CANNOT be made up or taken in advance. If the student arrives late for the start of class, they will not be permitted to take the quiz unless there are extreme circumstances. Each quiz is worth 10 points. (Worth 100 points)

In-Class Exams: Students will be expected to complete three (3) multiple-choice question exams during scheduled class time. Each exam will consist to 50 questions. (Worth 100 points each exam)

Papers: Students will be expected to submit three (3) papers throughout the semester (4-6 pages each) (Worth 100 points each)

Final Paper: Students will be expected to submit a final paper (6-8 pages) (Worth 200 points). This paper is a compilation of the previous papers throughout the semester.

Oral Presentation: Students will be expected to create a Power Point presentation and orally present their Final Papeer (Worth 100 points).

All papers and your Final Paper must be submitted through Turnitin in the drop box. If the Turnitin report is greater than 20% possible plagiarism, the student will receive a zero (0) for the paper.

2. The maximum number of points a student can earn is 900. Final Grades will be calculated based on the following scale:

A = 1000 - 900 points (90 –100% of total points)

B = 899 - 800 points (80 –89% of total points)

C = 799 - 700 points (70 –79% of total points)

D = 699 - 600 points (60 –69% of total points)

F = 599 points or less (59% >)

Attendance Policy:Attendance is an essential part of the learning experience and is expected in this class. It is expected students will notify the instructor if a class is going to be missed as a matter of courtesy. Without regular attendance, it is unlikely a student will be able to pass this class. Attendance will be taken at the start of each class.

In a Face-2-Face class, to be considered as Actively Participating, a student can miss no more than four (4) class meetings and no more than one assignment. If a student misses more than four (4) class meetings and more than one assignment, he or she will be considered as Not Actively Participating.

The last day a student can voluntarily withdraw from the class is April 1, 2018..

Your Instructor will verify that students are in attendance during the first two weeks of class. (Defined as being present in class and/or posting timely online). Students classified as “No Show” for both of the first two weeks will be administratively withdrawn.

Immediately following the 60% point of the term, your instructor will verify which students are actively participating in class as defined in the course syllabus. Students classified as not meeting the criteria for active class participation will be administratively withdrawn with a “WF.” Should a student stop actively participating following this date, he or she will receive a grade of “F” at the end of the semester. Students will be able to withdraw themselves at any time during the term. However, requests submitted after the 60% deadline (October 25, 2012)will result in a “WF.” Students and instructors will automatically receive an email notification through their SPC email address whenever a withdrawal occurs.

Makeup Exams and Late Assignments:

TESTS - Students are expected to be present for all tests/assignments. There are no makeup exams unless under the most extreme of circumstances as determined by the instructor. If you know that you will not be in class on an exam day, you must notify the instructor at least 3 weeks prior and arrange to take the exam the week before the scheduled date.

PAPERS – Papers must be submitted through the drop box found in myCourses. Late papers will be penalized one (1) letter grade per week or any part of.

Matters of Civility and Respect:

I strive to ensure the classroom affords a safe environment where every student feels he or she may share their ideas or voice their opinions. By the nature of many of the topics we address over the course of the semester, controversy may arise. I welcome the discussion and academic exploration of inherently sensitive and controversial issues in this classroom. I insist, however, students demonstrate personal respect for all others in the classroom and state sensitive subject matter in a way that reflects maturity and respect to other students on topics such as race, culture, gender, or sexual orientation.

I understanding obtaining a college education represents a serious challenge for many students that go beyond the rigors of the curriculum. I respect the personal sacrifices students make in choosing to take on the challenges of a college education. Thus, you can expect I will ensure our classroom discussions and assign readings are relevant to the course objectives; I will ensure classroom discussions don’t wonder far off the topic at hand; I’ll make every effort to make myself available to speak with you outside of class; assignments are graded fairly, consistently, and are returned promptly (typically next class for tests and one week for essays); I will start and end class on time.

In return I expect all students contribute to our classroom community by having the courage to share your critical opinions and thoughts you might have on an assigned topic. I expect for you to be to class on time. I ask that cell phones are off and put away. It is intellectually impossible to hold a telephone conversation (including texting) and be actively participating in the class at the same time. In addition, I do not permit laptops to be used. While I understand that it might be easier to take notes in this format, unfortunately too many students use it for non-academic purposes. Therefore, it is not permitted for anyone. I ask you disconnect yourself from your radio, CD player, i-Pod, etc. at the start of class. If I see such disrespect towards the classroom community occurring, I will simply ask you to quietly leave for the remainder of the class with the expectation we will talk privately prior to our next class meeting.

Our Agenda for This Semester:

It may become necessary from time to time to alter this schedule. If a test/assignment date is changed, the student will always be given ample notice.

PROPOSED CLASS SCHEDULE

DATETOPIC READING IMPORTANT DATES

ASSIGNMENT

Feb 5Welcome!

The Sociological PerspectiveChap 1

Feb 12CultureChap 2

Feb 19Socialization Chap 3PAPER #1 DUE!

TEST #1 (Chaps 1,2,3)

Feb 26Social Structure & InteractionChap 4

March 5SPRING BREAK

March 12Groups and OrganizationsChap 5

March 19 DevianceChap 6PAPER #2 DUE!

March 26Social ClassChap 8

TEST #2 (Chaps 4,5,6,8)

April 2Race & EthnicityChap 9

April 9Gender & AgeChap 10PAPER #3 DUE!

April 16Marriage & FamilyChap 12

April 23Education & ReligionChap 13FINAL PAPER DUE!

TEST #3 (Chaps 9,10,12,13)

April 30PRESENTATIONS MANDATORY ATTENDANCE