Sociology 1301: Introduction to Sociology - Online Web
Professor Larry Stern
Fall 2016

August 22

Student Profile - Introduction must be posted in the "Pinned Discussions" section on Canvas no later than Thursday, August 25th at 11:59PM.

Before beginning the course, be certain that you have read the Welcome Letter,
Course Overview, and
Frequently Asked Questions

Unit 1A: Perspectives: Ways of Seeing, Not Seeing, and Being Deceived

Unit 1B: Perspectives: What is a Human Being?

Prologue: Student Profile - Introduce Yourself to the Class - Why You Might Be a Sociologist
This is a REQUIRED assignment - it does not receive a grade. The goal is to give all students - and the Professor - the opportunity to find out who our fellow-classmates are and, perhaps, forge bonds that will facilitate future class discussions.

Due Date: This assignment must be submitted in Canvas in the "Discussions" section no later than 11:59PM on Thursday, August 25th.

Quiz #1: Covers Units 1A & 1B. Available on Canvas on Monday, August 22 at 7AM, must be completed no later than Monday August 29th at 11:59PM.

Summary-Response Options, Units #1A and 1B & Discussion Topics: Perspectives: Ways of Seeing, Not Seeing & Being Deceived; What is a Human Being

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 1, 2, OR 3, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, August 29th.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

August 29

Quiz #1: Available Monday, August 22 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, August 29th.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #1, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 1 through 3, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 1") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, August 29th.

Unit 2: What is Sociology? The Search for Social Patterns

Quiz #2: Available on Canvas Monday, August 29 at 7AM, must be completed no later than Tuesday, September 6th at 11:59PM.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #2 & Discussion Topics: What is Sociology? The Search for Social Patterns

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 1, 2, OR 3, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Tuesday, September 6th.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

September 5

Quiz #2: Available Monday, August 29 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Tuesday, September 6th.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #2, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 1 through 3, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 2") no later than 11:59PM on Tuesday, September 6th.

Unit 3: Theoretical Perspectives in Sociology: Micro-level and Macro-level Approaches

Quiz #3: Available on Canvas Monday, September 5 at 7AM, must be completed no later than Monday, September 12th at 11:59PM.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #3 & Discussion Topics: Theoretical Perspectives in Sociology: Micro and Macro Approaches

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 1, 2, OR 3, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, September 12th.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

September 12

Quiz #3: Available Monday, September 5 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, September 12th.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #3, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 1 through 3, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 3") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, September 12th.

Unit 4: The Study of Culture

Quiz #4: Available on Canvas Monday, September 12 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, September 19th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #4 & Discussion Topics: The Study of Culture

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 4, 5, OR 6, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, September 19th.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

September 19

Quiz #4: Available Monday,September 12 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, September 19th.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #4, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 4 through 6, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 4") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, September 19th.

Unit 5: The Socialization Process: The Influence of Social Groups and the Mass Media

Video: "Death in Gaza," LINK TO FILM

Quiz #5: Available on Canvas Monday, September 19 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, September 26th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #5 & Discussion Topic:The Socialization Process

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 4, 5, OR 6, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, September 26th.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

September 26

Quiz #5: Available Monday, September 19 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, September 26th.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #5, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 4 through 6, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 5") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, September 26th.

Unit 6: Race, Prejudice and Discrimination

Quiz #6: Available on Canvas Monday, September 26 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, October 3rd.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #6 & Discussion Topics: Race, Prejudice and Discrimination

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 4, 5, OR 6, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 3rd.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

October 3

Quiz #6: Available Monday, September 26 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 3rd.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #6, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 4 through 6, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 6") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 3rd.

Unit 7: Poverty & Inequality: Life Chances Here & Abroad

Quiz #7: Available on Canvas Monday, October 3 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, October 10th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #7 & Discussion Topics: Poverty and Inequality

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 7, 8, 9, OR 10, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 10th.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

October 10

Quiz #7: Available Monday, October 3 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 10th.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #7, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 7 through 10, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 7") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 10th.

Last day to drop course and receive a grade of "W" is Friday, October 14th.

Unit 8: Sexuality and Gender Stratification

Quiz #8: Available on Canvas Monday, October 10 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, October 17th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #8 & Discussion Topics: Sexuality and Gender Stratification

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 7, 8, 9, OR 10, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 17th.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

October 17

Quiz #8: Available Monday, October 10 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 17th.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #8, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 7 through 10, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 8") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 17th.

Unit 9: Deviance and Crime in America

Quiz #9: Available on Canvas Monday, October 17 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, October 24th.

Summary-Response Paper #9 & Discussion Topics: Deviance and Crime in America

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 7, 8, 9, OR 10, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 24th.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

October 24

Quiz #9: Available Monday, October 17 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 24th.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #9, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 7 through 10, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 9") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 24th.

Unit 10: Economics & Politics

Quiz #10: Available on Canvas Monday, October 24 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, October 31st.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #10 & Discussion Topics: Economics & Politics

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 7, 8, 9, OR 10, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 31st.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

October 31

Quiz #10: Available Monday, March 28 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 31st.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #10, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 7 through 10, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 10") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, October 31st.

Unit 11: Family & Religion

Quiz #11: Available on Canvas Monday, October 31 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, November 7th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #11 & Discussion Topics: Family & Religion

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 11, 12, 13, OR 14, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 7th.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

November 7

Quiz #11: Available Monday,October 31 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 7th.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #11, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 11 through 14, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 11") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 7th.

Unit 12: Education, Health Care & Medicine

Quiz #12: Available on Canvas Monday, November 7 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, November 14th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #12 & Discussion Topics: Education & Health/ Medicine

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 11, 12, 13, OR 14, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 14th.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

November 14

Quiz #12: Available Monday, November 7 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 14th.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #12, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 11 through 14, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 12") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 14th.

Unit 13: Social Problems

Quiz #13: Available on Canvas Monday, November 14 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, November 21st.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #13 & Discussion Topics: Social Problems

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 11, 12, 13, OR 14, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 21st.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

November 21

Quiz #13: Available Monday ,November 14 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 21st.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #13, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 11 through 14, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 13") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 21st.

Unit 14: Social Movements and Public Sociology

Quiz #14: Available on Canvas Monday, November 21 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, November 28th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #14 & Discussion Topics: Social Movements and Public Sociology

If you choose to complete a SR essay from this unit to satisfy the requirement that one writing assignment must be drawn from either unit 11, 12, 13, OR 14, it must be submitted in the appropriate place in Canvas. Go to the "Assignment" heading listed in the left column of the course page and then click on the Unit from which you have chosen the essay prompt. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. It is due no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 28th.

Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.

November 28

Quiz #14: Available Monday, November 21 at 7AM, must be completed no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 28th.

Summary-Response Paper from Unit #14, if chosen to satisfy the requirement that one must be drawn from units 11 through 14, must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 14") no later than 11:59PM on Monday, November 28th.

Review and Prepare Final Exam

December 5

Final Exam must be submitted in Canvas no later than 5PM on Wednesday, December 7th. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox.

Final Exam Question