GS210 Principles of Sociology Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Explain the forces of socialization and culture; 2. Describe predominant theories of deviance; 3. Explain the causes and effects of social inequality, including racism, sexism, and systems of 4. social stratification; 5. List the predominant social institutions and their functions; and 6. Use the principles of sociology to draw conclusions about the world, society, and how people act.

Learning Unit 1 Objectives: 1, 5

Time In-Class Time Out-Of-Class

Hours 2

Lectures: Course Introduction and Overview Chapter 1: The Sociological Perspective Chapter 2: Culture Topics: • History of Sociology • Different Perspectives of Sociology • How to Perform Sociological Research • Definition of Culture • Types of Culture • Universal Culture (Obj. 1, 5)

Hours 6-7

Preparation for Discussion: Chapter 1: The Sociological Perspective Chapter 2: Culture (Obj. 1, 5)

2 Class Discussion: Class Discussion topics may be pulled from your text, assigned websites, or other resources as determined by your instructor. Topics may include: ethical research, cultural diversity, differences in symbolic culture, U.S. societal values (Obj. 1, 5)

6-7 Homework/Assignments:

Ten Important Facts – all chapters

Research Assignment - Unethical Sociological Research

Essay - Your Own Culture (Obj. 1, 5)

1-2 Group Assignment: Chapter 1 – Thinking Critically Chapter 2 – Thinking Critically (Obj. 1, 5)

2 Project Research/Preparation: Lesson 1 – Topic and approval (Obj. All)

1 Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj.1, 5)

Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj.1, 5)

1 Grading and Assessment Exam Unit 1 Participation Grade (discussion/group assignment or Lab participation) See Rubric (Obj. 1, 5)

Preparation for Assessment: Review Lecture and Chapters Review Completed Homework Create a Study Guide for Exam (Obj. 1, 5)

Grading and Assessment Homework/Assignment/Activity Project/Portfolio submission (see rubric)

Lesson 1– Approval (Obj. All)

Learning Unit 2 Objectives: 1, 4, 5

Time In-Class Time Out-Of-Class

Hours 2

Lectures: Chapter 3: Socialization Chapter 4: Social Structure and Social Interaction Topics:

Society’s Effect on Growth, Development, and the Self

Personality

Macrosociology vs. Microsociology

Types of Social Institutions (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

Hours 3-4

Preparation for Discussion: Chapter 3: Socialization Chapter 4: Social Structure and Social Interaction (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

2 Class Discussion: Class Discussion topics may be pulled from your text, assigned websites, or other resources as determined by your instructor. Topics may include: society and personality, methods of socialization, the importance of macrosociology and microsociology (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

4-5 Homework/Assignments:

Ten Important Facts – all chapters

Essay - Socialization Factors in Your Own Life

Essay - Stereotypes and Social Structure

(Obj. 1, 4, 5)

1-2 Group Assignment: Chapter 3 – Thinking Critically Chapter 4 – Thinking Critically (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

4 Project Research/Preparation: Lesson 2 – Outline and sources (Obj. All)

1 Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

1 Grading and Assessment Exam Unit 2 Participation Grade (discussion/group assignment or Lab participation) See Rubric (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

Preparation for Assessment: Review Lecture and Chapters Review Completed Homework Create a Study Guide for Exam (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

Grading and Assessment Homework/Assignment/Activity Project/Portfolio submission (see rubric)

Lesson 2 – Outline and sources (Obj. All)

Learning Unit 3 Objectives: 1, 2, 5

Time In-Class Time Out-Of-Class

Hours 2

Lectures: Chapter 5: Societies to Social Networks Chapter 6: Deviance and Social Control Topics:

Types of Societies

Primary and Secondary Groups

Social Networks

Hours 6-7

Preparation for Discussion: Chapter 5: Societies to Social Networks Chapter 6: Deviance and Social Control (Obj. 1, 2, 5)

Leadership, Peer Pressure,

Group Size, and Overall Group

Dynamics

Deviance and norms

Deviance theories

Positive deviance (Obj. 1, 2, 5)

2 Class Discussion: Class Discussion topics may be pulled from your text, assigned websites, or other resources as determined by your instructor. Topics may include: how societal groups differ, the effects of group dynamics, deviance, norms (Obj. 1, 2, 5)

6-7 Homework/Assignments:

Ten Important Facts – all chapters

Essay - Societal Groups in Your Life

Essay - Peer Pressure

Essay - Deviance versus Social

Norms, Order, and Control (Obj. 1, 2, 5)

1-2 Group Assignment: Chapter 5 – Thinking Critically Chapter 6 – Thinking Critically (Obj. 1, 2, 5)

6-7 Project Research/Preparation: Lesson 3 – Rough draft (Obj. All)

2 Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj. 1, 2, 5)

Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj. 1, 2, 5)

1 Grading and Assessment Exam Unit 3 Participation Grade (discussion/group assignment or Lab participation) See Rubric (Obj. 1, 2, 5)

Preparation for Assessment: Review Lecture and Chapters Review Completed Homework Create a Study Guide for Exam (Obj. 1, 2, 5)

Grading and Assessment Homework/Assignment/Activity Project/Portfolio submission (see rubric)

Lesson 3 – Rough draft (Obj. All)

Learning Unit 4 Objectives: 1, 3, 5

Time In-Class Time Out-Of-Class

Hours 2

Lectures: Chapter 7: Social Stratification Topics:

Social stratification

Global stratification

Determinants of social class

Social class in the U.S.

Social mobility (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

Hours 5-6

Preparation for Discussion: Chapter 7: Social Stratification (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

2 Class Discussion: Class Discussion topics may be pulled from your text, assigned websites, or other resources as determined by your instructor. (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

5-6 Homework/Assignments:

Ten Important Facts – all chapters

Research Assignment – Student Choice (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

1-2 Group Assignment: Chapter 7 – Thinking Critically (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

3 Project Research/Preparation: Lesson 4 – Peer review (Obj. All)

1 Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

1 Grading and Assessment Exam Unit 4 Participation Grade (discussion/group assignment or Lab participation) See Rubric (Obj. 1, 3,5)

Preparation for Assessment: Review Lecture and Chapters Review Completed Homework Create a Study Guide for Exam (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

Grading and Assessment Homework/Assignment/Activity Project/Portfolio submission (see rubric)

Lesson 4 – Peer review (Obj. All)

Learning Unit 5 Objectives: 1, 3, 5

Time In-Class Time Out-Of-Class

Hours 2

Lectures: Chapter 8: Sex and Gender Chapter 9: Race and Ethnicity Topics: Gender and Biology Gender Inequalities Worldwide The Future of Gender Equality Prejudice and Discrimination Global Patterns of Intergroup Relations (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

Hours 5-6

Preparation for Discussion: Chapter 8: Sex and Gender Chapter 9: Race and Ethnicity (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

2 Class Discussion: Class Discussion topics may be pulled from your text, assigned websites, or other resources as determined by your instructor. (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

5-6 Homework/Assignments:

Ten Important Facts – all chapters

Essay - Ways to Encourage

Gender Equality (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

1-2 Group Assignment: Chapter 8 – Thinking Critically Chapter 9 – Thinking Critically (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

5 Project Research/Preparation: Lesson 5 – Final (Obj. All)

2 Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

1 Grading and Assessment Exam Unit 5 Participation Grade (discussion/group assignment or Lab participation) See Rubric (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

Preparation for Assessment: Review Lecture and Chapters Review Completed Homework Create a Study Guide for Exam (Obj. 1, 3, 5)

Grading and Assessment Homework/Assignment/Activity Project/Portfolio submission (see rubric)

Lesson 5 – Final (Obj. All)

Learning Unit 6 Objectives: 1, 4, 5

Time In-Class Time Out-Of-Class

Hours 1-2

Lectures: Chapter 10: Marriage and Family Topics:

Social Institutions - Family

Differences in Marriage and Family Values Across the World

Marriage and Family

Divorce (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

Hours 3-4

Preparation for Discussion: Chapter 10: Marriage and Family (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

1-2 Class Discussion: Class Discussion topics may be pulled from your text, assigned websites, or other resources as determined by your instructor. (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

3-4 Homework/Assignments:

Ten Important Facts – all chapters

Essay - Your Own Family Values (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

2-3 Project Presentations (Obj. All)

6 Project Preparation: Lesson 6 – Presentation preparation (Obj. All)

1 Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

Media Ancillaries (optional) Instructor assigned Web activities (Obj. 1, 4, 5)

1-2 Grading and Assessment Final Exam Participation Grade (discussion/group assignment or Lab participation) See Rubric (Obj . All)

Preparation for Assessment Review Lecture and Chapters Review Completed Homework Create a Study Guide for Final Exam (Obj. All)

Grading and Assessment Homework/Assignment/Activity Final Exam Project/Portfolio submission (see rubric)

Lesson 6 – Review and/or Presentation

(Obj. All)