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Summer 2020  |  SOC 1001 Section 301: Introduction to Sociology (82991)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
4 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
Completely Online
Class Attributes:
College of Continuing Education
UMNTC Liberal Education Requirement
Online Course
Times and Locations:
Summer Session 14 wk
 
05/18/2020 - 08/21/2020
Off Campus
Virtual Rooms ONLINEONLY
Enrollment Status:
Open (30 of 32 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
This course is designed to introduce you to the study of society and what sociologists call the "sociological imagination:" a way of viewing the events, relationships and social phenomena that shape our individual lives and much of our collective experience. Through the course we will examine some of the central concepts and problems that have preoccupied both classical and contemporary sociologists and gain a sense of how the sociological imagination can illuminate the social forces that have a concrete impact on our everyday lives. Throughout the course you will be asked to consider the ways in which society affects your life, and how you, in turn, affect society. prereq: Soc Majors/Minors must register A-F
Class Notes:
See course details at https://ccaps.umn.edu/credit-courses/introduction-sociology
Class Description:
This course introduces the pivotal questions that underpin classical and contemporary sociological perspectives. Analysis of how society is possible and how social order is maintained are core to an understanding of individuals as both agents and objects that shape and are shaped by their membership in society. Examining this close relationship between the individual, society, and social structures permits us to understand the dynamics of social and power relations in everyday living. The course explores diverse sociological theories purporting to explain the social, political and economic structures prevailing in our society. It also centralizes the importance of social change and the forces that drive or/and hinder change. A key objective of this course is to foster students? critical thinking abilities in their analysis of societal issues, and in their articulations of these issues. Students are expected to be able to apply sociological theories and debates into their everyday practices.
Who Should Take This Class?:
Anyone who is looking to learn about society and understand how social life is constructed, reconstructed and interpreted by individuals. If you are a very curious person or any individual looking to get into public health, non-profit, government agencies, and the journalism sector, this class will also be of great help as we discuss society in a broad sense.

This course serves as a required prerequisite for admission into the CLA major in Sociology. It can also be used as an elective undergraduate/graduate course.
Learning Objectives:
In the hope that students will develop strong analytical and critical thinking skills, oral and written communication skills, and engaging diversity, the following learning objectives are put into place.

1. Demonstrate recognition that everyday experiences, from minor thoughts and interactions to sweeping social problems, are socially constructed.

2. Demonstrate, in writing, an understanding of key sociological concepts, terms, theories, and perspectives.

3. Evaluate current events, social policies, and personal experiences using sociological concepts, theories, and perspectives.

4. Critically evaluate written arguments by assessing their evidence, methods, and assumptions.

Grading:
There are multiple assignments in the class that each tackle your ability to retain and comprehend the material in a multitude of ways. The purpose for that is that I understand that each and every one of you has different ways in which you learn so I hope this format allows everyone to learn within at least one of their modes of learning.

Reading Journal: 130 points - 12%
Discussion Participation: 440 points - 20%
Assignments: 170 points - 17%
Exams: 300 points - 30%
Final Paper: 200 points - 20%
RATE: 10 points - 1%
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6 different assignments: 1000 total points
Exam Format:
There are a total of 3 exams and you have 3 days to take the exam. The exams are essay format and I will ask you to summarize and synthesize concepts and examples from across the readings. A week prior to each exam, I will post a study guide listing the concepts and topics the exam will focus on. I will also open a study forum where listing the concepts and topics the exam will focus on. I will also open a suited forum where students can ask me and each other questions related to the study and the readings.

The exams are composed of the following:

  • Essay format; summary and synthesis

  • 5 questions

  • Each answer should be 300-600 words.

  • 3 days to complete (Sunday through Tuesday)

  • No direct quotes in essays

  • Open book

  • 100 points total, 20 points each question

Workload:
I want to make it very clear, I understand that this class is an online course and everyone is entering the class with that mindset, however, I do want to stress that I understand that we are in a unique situation in time and that many obstacles may present themselves in your personal life during the course. Please be in email contact or use virtual office hours to be in contact with me so that we can work together. I want this to be as stress-free experience as possible where we can all be safe during these troubling times while still be able to learn and grow ourselves so that when normalcy returns we are better individuals. I want to work with each and every one of you to make that happen.

Reading is very simple and straight forward. Most reading is designed around non-traditional textbook writing which is more engaging and less bland. Assignments can be tedious but are very easy and simple. The class is extremely doable and I am here to help.
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/82991/1205
Syllabus:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/campo145_SOC1001_Summer2020.pdf
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
3 April 2020

Summer 2020  |  SOC 1001 Section 302: Introduction to Sociology (83004)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
4 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
Completely Online
Class Attributes:
College of Continuing Education
UMNTC Liberal Education Requirement
Online Course
Times and Locations:
Summer Session 14 wk
 
05/18/2020 - 08/21/2020
Off Campus
Virtual Rooms ONLINEONLY
Enrollment Status:
Open (29 of 32 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
This course is designed to introduce you to the study of society and what sociologists call the "sociological imagination:" a way of viewing the events, relationships and social phenomena that shape our individual lives and much of our collective experience. Through the course we will examine some of the central concepts and problems that have preoccupied both classical and contemporary sociologists and gain a sense of how the sociological imagination can illuminate the social forces that have a concrete impact on our everyday lives. Throughout the course you will be asked to consider the ways in which society affects your life, and how you, in turn, affect society. prereq: Soc Majors/Minors must register A-F
Class Notes:
See course details at https://ccaps.umn.edu/oes-courses/introduction-sociology
Class Description:
This course introduces the pivotal questions that underpin classical and contemporary sociological perspectives. Analysis of how society is possible and how social order is maintained are core to an understanding of individuals as both agents and objects that shape and are shaped by their membership in society. Examining this close relationship between the individual, society, and social structures permits us to understand the dynamics of social and power relations in everyday living. The course explores diverse sociological theories purporting to explain the social, political and economic structures prevailing in our society. It also centralizes the importance of social change and the forces that drive or/and hinder change. A key objective of this course is to foster students? critical thinking abilities in their analysis of societal issues, and in their articulations of these issues. Students are expected to be able to apply sociological theories and debates into their everyday practices.
Who Should Take This Class?:
Sociology is inherently interesting to most people -- it tackles issues that are central to our everyday lives, such as gender relations, racial identities, and religious expression.You are probably already thinking about many of the issues we will cover in this course, and you will walk away from this course with the ability to use sociological concepts and methods to understand these issues.

This course serves as a required prerequisite for admission into the CLA major in Sociology. It can also be used as an elective undergraduate/graduate course.
Learning Objectives:
1. Demonstrate recognition that everyday experiences, from minor thoughts and interactions to sweeping social problems, are socially constructed.

2. Demonstrate, in writing, an understanding of key sociological concepts, terms, theories, and perspectives.

3. Evaluate current events, social policies, and personal experiences using sociological concepts, theories, and perspectives.

4. Critically evaluate written arguments by assessing their evidence, methods, and assumptions.
Grading:
Reading Journal: 130 points - 12%
Discussion Participation: 440 points - 20%
Assignments: 170 points - 17%
Exams: 300 points - 30%
Final Paper: 200 points - 20%
RATE: 10 points - 1%
Exam Format:

The exams are essay in format and will ask you to summarize and synthesize concepts and examples from across the readings. A week prior to each exam, I will post a study guide listing the concepts and topics the exam will focus on. I will also open a study forum where students can ask me and each other questions related to the study guide and the readings. Essay format:


- summary and synthesis

- 5 questions, 20 points each

- Each answer should be 300-600 words.

- Open book, 3 days to complete (Sunday through Tuesday)

- No direct quotes in essays


Workload:
About 50 pages of reading weekly.

Required Materials:

Assignments are short (~400 words), and the research paper is 3-4 pages. In the Research Paper assignment, you will consider a public policy issue from a sociological perspective. You will use concepts, research, and theories from the class, along with a few outside sources, to develop an argument for changing a public policy you find problematic or implementing a policy you think would be beneficial. You will also be asked to submit a proposal and outline before submitting the final paper.
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/83004/1205
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
4 April 2020

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