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SOCI-1301-004 Introduction to Sociology
The scientific study of human society, including ways in which groups, social institutions and individuals affect each other. Causes of social stability and social change are explored through the application of various theoretical perspectives, key concepts and related research methods of sociology. Analysis of social issues in their institutional context may include topics such as social stratification, gender, race/ethnicity and deviance.
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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
Hybrid
Student performance and learning outcomes for SOCI 1301:
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If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Classroom Behavior:
100-90% = 900-810 points A
89-80% = 809-720 points B
79-70% = 719-630 points C
69-60% = 629-540 points D
Below 60% = below 540 points F
The points will be earned:
500 points for exams
150 points social responsibility learning project
90 points for online assignments
40 points for in class assignments
20 attendance
100 final group project
Total points possible: 900 points
If a student scores below 70% on an exam or writing assignment, he or she will be required to attend tutoring per the instructor’s directions before being allowed to complete the next assigned work.
Attendance Policy:
Instructor reserves the right to change or alter class schedule and assignments if needed. Class Schedule/Outline: Date Lesson/Lecture/ Assignments Monday March 21st Welcome, Chapter 1: The Sociological Perspective Ethics assignment due Friday March 25th by 11:59 pm Wednesday March 23rd Chapter 2: Culture Exam 1 opens Thursday March 24th and closes Sunday March 27th at 11:59 pm. The exam will cover chapters 1 & 2. 50 multiple choice questions. Once you open the exam you will need to complete it. If you lose connection or close the exam your grade will submit. Please email me as soon as possible with any problems. If you decide to wait until 10:00pm on Sunday night to take exam it might be too late for me to help if you run into problems. Monday March 28th Chapter 3: Socialization Wednesday March 30th Chapter 4: Social Structure and Social Interaction Exam 2 opens Thursday March 31st and closes Sunday April 3rd at 11:59 pm. This exam will cover chapter 3& 4. 50 multiple choice questions. Once you open the exam you will need to complete it. If you lose connection or close the exam your grade will submit. Please email me as soon as possible with any problems. If you decide to wait until 10:00pm on Sunday night to take exam it might be too late for me to help if you run into problems. Monday April 4th Chapter 5: Societies to Social Networks Lord of the Flies assignment Thursday April 7th by 11:59 pm Wednesday April 6th Chapter 6: Deviance and Social Control- in class assignment Exam 3 opens Thursday April 7th and closes Sunday April 10th at 11:59 pm. This exam will cover chapter 5 & 6. 50 multiple choice questions. Once you open the exam you will need to complete it. If you lose connection or close the exam your grade will submit. Please email me as soon as possible with any problems. If you decide to wait until 10:00pm on Sunday night to take exam it might be too late for me to help if you run into problems. Monday April 11th Chapter 7: Social Stratification Wednesday April 13th Chapter 8 Sex and gender Poverty assignment due Friday April 15th Exam 4 opens Thursday April 14th and close Sunday April 17th at 11:59 pm. This exam covers chapters 7 and 8. 50 multiple choice questions. Once you open the exam you will need to complete it. If you lose connection or close the exam your grade will submit. Please email me as soon as possible with any problems. If you decide to wait until 10:00pm on Sunday night to take exam it might be too late for me to help if you run into problems. Monday April 18th Chapter 9: Race and Ethnicity Wednesday April 20th Chapter 10: Marriage and Family Exam 5 opens Thursday April 20th and closes Sunday April 24th at 11:59 pm. This exam covers chapters 9 & 10. 50 multiple choice questions. Once you open the exam you will need to complete it. If you lose connection or close the exam your grade will submit. Please email me as soon as possible with any problems. If you decide to wait until 10:00pm on Sunday night to take exam it might be too late for me to help if you run into problems. Monday April 25th Instructions on final group project Social Responsibility assignment due Tuesday April 26th Wednesday April 27th Work on group project Monday May 2nd Work on group project Wednesday May 4th Present group projects May 9th-May 13th Final Exam week: no in class assignments Good luck on all your finals!! Have a great Summer Break. |
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I do not allow late work or make-up work. Please contact as soon as you know you will miss class so we can handle all work before it is late.
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