AES+Sociology

Welcome to Sociology!
Sociology is the study of human society see important links for this class, including major units, below:


 * [|Course Syllabus]**

How your posts will be graded
 * Blog Requirement:** You must all join the [|AES Sociology google community]. 50% of your grade will be determined by your blogposts. Be sure to read the rubric below carefully!


 * [|ALL POST PROMPTS HERE]**

(Note: You may choose books that aren't in the library but you need to get them yourself!) This semester you will choose a Sociological book to read on your own time. At the end of the semester you will give a book talk and try to convince your classmates why they should read the book. See the rubric and requirements on the link above.
 * [|Sociology Book Talk] NOTE: Assignment Rubric/Expectations Has Changed!**
 * [|link to potential books to choose from]**
 * [|Other books to choose from that may not be in the library]**

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Essential Questions for this Unit: 1. How can the study of sociology help us understand the world around us? Why is developing a sociologiacl imagination important in the study of sociology?
 * See Major Units of Study Below:**
 * 1. Foundations and Research**

Essential Questions for this Unit: 1. How are we shaped by our cultures? 2. How do rules and norms affect us? 3. How does social structure affect how we interact with each other? 4. How do we define deviant behavior?
 * 2. Culture, Social Structure, and Socialization**
 * Topics we will look at (see below for info about each topic): Culture, Family, Socialization, Deviance**

Essential Questions for this Unit: 1. Is social mobility a reality? 2. What does role money play in determining status? 3. Can we really be equal? 4. What are some explanations/misunderstandings about poverty?
 * 3. Social Inequalities and Change**


 * 4: How to create a change in society**


 * Sociology Experiment Final Project**


 * Sociology Documentary Project**


 * [|Course Evaluation]**

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