Get Guided SOCI 200 – Introduction to Sociology

Get Guided SOCI 200-Introduction to Sociology

Course Summary

A study of social theories, their histories, social structures, functions, and conflict emphasizing human, institutional, and group interactions. The course provides an overview of political, economic, and other cultural phenomena and methodologies of the results of scientific social research. In addition, it seeks to expand ideas, concepts, theoretical, and practical orientations by utilizing a comparative perspective.

Rationale

Sociology offers a perspective that stresses the viewpoint of people’s social experiences underlying their behavior; its focus is increasingly on the growing global context of social life. Social institutions were created by God and provided the framework for societal living. As Christians, it is necessary to understand the structures and dynamics of all societies in order to have a positive impact on one’s fellow man while bearing witness and following the calling of Jesus Christ.

Measurable Learning Results

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Describe the major theories of Sociology.
2. Observe and analyze social behaviors in individuals in the community.
3. Evaluate concepts from Sociology (and from a biblical perspective).
4. Apply sociological research and theory to real-life situations involving individuals within the social world and media.
5. Improve upon his or her reading, writing, and researching skills through the composition of a research paper and the implementation of directed activities.

General Education Foundational Skill Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. SSI 1: Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of science on the world in which we live.
2. SSI 2a: Demonstrate a biblical understanding of human behavior within various social structures.
3. SSI 3: Apply solutions for a social and/or scientific question experienced in nature or society.
4. SSI 4: Describe how social and/or scientific inquiry equips human beings to be participants in God’s redemptive work.

Course Assignment

Textbook readings and lecture presentations

Course Requirements Checklist

After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

Discussions (4)

Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. The student is required to create 1 thread in response to the provided prompt for each Discussion. Each thread must be at least 350 words and must cite at least 1 source in the current APA format. In addition, the student must post replies to at least 2 classmates’ threads. Each reply must be at least 250 words, and each reply must cite at least 1 source in the current APA format. Acceptable sources include the textbook, the Bible, and scholarly articles. MLOs A, B, C, D; and also SSI Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3, and 4.

Current Event Paper Assignment

The student will write an essay of at least 750 words that relate to one of the sociology theories reviewed in the course. In order to complete the Current Event Paper, the student must choose a current event article that addresses a social problem of his/her choice. The paper should include a cover and reference page in the current APA format. MLOs A, C, D; and also SSI Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3, and 4.

Social Problems Paper Assignment

The student will write an essay of at least 1000 words that relate to one of the sociology theories reviewed in the course. The Social Problems Paper will be based on an issue of the student’s choice such as homelessness, gang violence, the culture of poverty, teen pregnancy, abortion, etc. The paper should include a cover and reference page in the current APA format. MLOs A, C, D; and also SSI Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3, and 4.

Community Observation Paper Assignment

The student will take an active part in a community outreach activity of his/her choosing; this will enable the student to connect with the needs of the community. This activity can be purely voluntary or can be an activity related to the student’s employment. The student will then write three full pages of content explaining the experience and what was learned from the experience. Along with the three pages, there must also be a cover page in the current APA format. MLOs B, D, E; and also SSI Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3, and 4.

This quiz will assess your understanding of basic concepts related to research, theories, and worldview. You will answer 10 questions (multiple choice). You may consult the Research Overview Presentation at any time during the quiz. MLO: E; also SSI Learning Outcomes 1 and 3.

Total Quizzes (4)

The Quiz: Sociological Pioneers will be 45 multiple-choice and true/false questions from a large test ban, and have a 1 hour and 30-minute time limit and be worth 90 points. These quizzes can be taken up to two times within the assigned module; the highest score will be recorded.

The other three (3) quizzes for this course will cover the material presented in the textbook readings and presentations. The exams will be open-book/open-notes, contain 50 multiple-choice and true/false questions from a large test bank, have a 1-hour and 30-minute time limit, and be worth 100. These quizzes can be taken up to two times within the assigned module; the highest score will be recorded.

MLOs A, C, D; and also SSI Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3, and 4.

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