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Bill_Blitch@dpsk12.org
Blitch's American History civil war to present
Blitch's Geography
Psychology
Sociology 07
Civics
Course description and goals: This class is an introduction to sociology as a way of understanding the world. Sociology is a field of study that explains social, political, and economic events in terms of social structure, social forces, and group relations. The student will be introduced to the field by focusing on several important sociological topics including socialization, culture, class system, gender roles, and ethnic relations. Students will leave the class with:
- An understanding of the three main sociological perspectives.
- An understanding of several important sociological theories.
- The ability to apply these perspectives and theories to contemporary social problems.
- Insight into the link between social structures, social forces and individual circumstance.
- Insight into how you shape society and how it shapes you.
Readings: We'll be using two main resources: Sociology The study of Human Relationships - 5th edition Holt Reinhart and Winston. ISBN 0-03-097589-1.
There aren't even a class room set of these so readings will have to be done during class.
Down To Earth Sociology Introductory readings James Henslin ISBN 0-7432-1208-8. There may be enough for students to check them out for short periods.
Assignments and their descriptions will be posted in the grade section of IC.
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