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SYLLABUSSYG 2000: Introductory Sociology 3.0 Credit Hours Spring 2020/ Term 0570 Instructor: Cox, Trenia Professor: 727-565-6286 (Cell) Email: Cox.Trenia@spcollege.edu Course: Meets Tuesday & Thursday UP 193, Seminole Campus from 11:00am to 12:15 p.m. Required Course Reading/Materials Required: All required material for this course has been posted in PDF files in MyCourses. Suggested: OpenStax. (2015). Introduction to sociology 2e. Huston: TX: author. A free PDF copy of the text has been posted on MyCourses. Course Description: This course is the study of human groups, their structure and function, social and cultural patterns and social processes. It will emphasize the fundamental concepts and principles of sociology including the development of sociology, major theories, culture, socialization, social interaction and social structure, groups and organizations, stratification, race and ethnic inequalities, sex and gender, deviance and social control, population, urbanization, collective behaviors and social institutions. Prerequisites: (Prerequisite: REA 0017 and Prerequisite: ENC 0025) Or Prerequisite: EAP 1695 or Prerequisite: appropriate score on the SPC placement test. Course Objectives: List the course Objectives that will lead the student through the learning process to achieve the course goal. Again, this would be in addition to, or a clarification of, the C&I/CurricUNET Approved Course Outline. 1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the historical roots of the science of sociology by: a. recalling the historical details leading to the formation and development of Sociology. b. identifying major theorists and theories from the 1800’s to the present. c. explaining the Sociological Imagination and applying it to society and their own lives. d. defining key concepts in Sociology. e. recognizing and applying structural functionalism, conflict theory and symbolic interactionism. 2. Students will examine research approaches used in sociology by: a. explaining the case study, qualitative (narrative), naturalistic observation, survey, correlational, and experimental methods. b. differentiating the purpose, strengths, and weaknesses of case study, qualitative (narrative), naturalistic observation, survey, correlational, and experimental methods used in sociological research. c. identifying ethical considerations in research. 3. Students will analyze the main pillars in sociology consisting of conflict, structural functional, and symbolic interactional approaches by: a. examining each of the following topics using one or more of the main pillars; identifying social stratification, social inequality as applied to ethnicity and gender, social control, marriage and family, media, religion, education, deviance, economic and political systems, social construction of gender identities, social interaction, and group dynamics. b. examining social dynamics influencing social change through the following topics; examining population growth and demographic trends, effects of urbanization, and social movements. 4. Students will identify cultural, ethnic, and social diversity as applied to human groups, behavior, thought, and emotion by: a. recognizing commonalities and variations in human functioning. b. describing the impact of ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and socioeconomic status. 5. Students will demonstrate research, written communication, use of APA style, and critical thinking skills by: a. utilizing credible sources, such as peer-reviewed academic journals, primary sources, or sources from academic databases. b. applying thoroughness of thought to the academic writing process, including substantiating assertions and integrating higher-order thinking. c. applying experience through service learning, team collaboration, civic engagement and/or independent writing. Assignments and Grades Quizzes: Over the course of the semester there will be at least 3 “pop” quizzes administered during class. The highest 2 grades will be calculated into the final grade, and lowest grades will be dropped, including zeros. (60 points total) Exam: Over the course of the semester, there will be one multiple-choice Exam. This exam is based on the material covered since class inception to the pervious class prior to dedicated mid-term schedule. This exam is based on 50 questions. (50 points total). This is often referred to as mid-term exam. Comprehensive Final Exam: The exam will consist of 50 questions all taken from the previous exam and coursework up to final class. (100 points total) Ethnography: This writing assignment focuses on a systematic study of people within our culture. There are three parts to the assignment: First the student will research a specific cultural phenomenon (i.e., single-mothers, unemployment, policing etc.). Second, the student will interview a person whose life experience complements the cultural phenomenon (i.e., interview a single mother, a DCF caseworker who reviews applications for food stamps, police officer, etc.). Finally, the student will provide a critical analysis of the previous two sections (i.e., what’s similar, different etc.). Part I needs to be at least 1,000 words and Part III at least 750 words. Part II will vary based on the approach the student takes to represent the interview. All topics must first be approved by the instructor. All citations need to be in APA format. (100 points total) Extra Credit: This is an exercise in critical thinking and problem solving based on your “hot topic”. This assignment also calls for research, a reflection on your readings, and creativity to promote social change or systems of care improvement. For example, if your hot topic is juvenile justice reform, how might the system improve on how to address youthful offenders who have committed violent crimes. Should these youthful offenders be treated as adults or explore how the juvenile justice system may rehabilitate. The proposed recommendation should be defended based on ideas discussed in class as well as external references. One reference could include an interview from a professional/client-participant who is involved in the system.This assignment is due no later than 12:00 pm on the Friday prior to the Final Exam. This assignment could replace/supplement the writing assignment identified in the Ethnography section. (100 points total). Grades: Final Grades will be calculated based on the following scale. A = (310-285), 90% B = (284-259), 80% C = (258-233), 70% D = (232-207), 60% F = ( 206 or less), 59% Active Participation Policy: Attendance will be taken in this class. A student is withdrawn from class following the first two weeks, if he or she hasn’t attended. A student may elect to voluntarily withdraw from this class up to March 25, 2020. Students are encouraged to speak to the professor, even considering the possibility of withdrawing from class. Following the voluntary withdraw date, a student will be removed from the class with a grade of W/F if he or she has missed 2 quizzes. There are possible financial aid implications with the W/F grade. Civility: Ever change your position on a deeply held value or belief because someone screamed at you and called you an idiot? In this course, we will—from time-to-time—touch on controversial topics. Different points of view are welcomed, encouraged and respected, especially if offered to broaden the scope of our discussion. It’s okay to challenge ideas and points of view (especially by those of your professor), but not the character or self-worth of a person. Readings: OpenStax, Introduction to Sociology 2e Week of January 20: Introduction to Sociology: Pioneer ThinkersWeek of January 27: Sociological ResearchWeek of February 3: Culture Week of February 10: Society & Social InteractionsWeek of February 17: SocializationWeek of February 24: Groups & OrganizationsWeek of March 2: Deviance, Crime & Social ControlSPRING BREAK: March 8-15, 2020Week of March 16: Mid-Term: Social Stratification in USWeek of March 23: Race and EthnicityWeek of March 30: Gender, Sex & SexualityWeek of April 6: Marriage and FamilyHOLIDAY BREAK: April 10-12, 2020Week of April 13: ReligionWeek of April 20: Education; Population, Urbanization & the EnvironmentWeek of April 27: Government % PoliticsWeek of May 4: Social Movements; FINAL EXAMAny changes to this schedule will be communicated in class or by email. Students are encouraged to contact the professor with questions for any needed clarification and to discuss any issues that may interfere with maximum class participation. ................
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