Sociology 1301 Sections WS1 & WS2: Introduction to Sociology - Online Web Class |
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August 27 Student Profile - Introduction must be posted in the "Pinned Discussions" section on Canvas no later than Wednesday, August 29th at 11:59PM. |
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Unit 1B: Perspectives: What is a Human Being? |
Prologue: Student Profile - Introduce Yourself to the Class - Why You Might Be a Sociologist Quiz #1: Covers Units 1A & 1B. Available on Canvas on Monday, August 27th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, September 3rd. Summary-Response Options, Units #1A and 1B & Discussion Topics: Perspectives: Ways of Seeing, Not Seeing & Being Deceived; What is a Human Being Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.
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September 3 Quiz #1: Covers Units 1A & 1B. Available on Canvas on Monday, August 27th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, September 3rd. Summary-Response Paper from Units #1A & 1B: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 1, 2, or 3, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 1") no later than 10AM on Monday, September 3rd. |
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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 10AM on Monday, September 10th. Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled. |
September 10 Quiz #2: Covers Unit 2. Available on Canvas on Monday, September 3rd at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, September 10th. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #2: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 1, 2, or 3, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 2") no later than 10AM on Monday, September 10th. |
Unit 3: Theoretical Perspectives in Sociology: Micro-level and Macro-level Approaches |
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 10AM on Monday, September 17th. Discussions should be posted during the week that a particular unit is scheduled.
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September 17 Quiz #3: Covers Unit 3. Available on Canvas on Monday, September 10th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, September 17th. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #3: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 1, 2, or 3, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 3") no later than 10AM on Monday, September 17th. |
Unit 4: The Study of Culture
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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 10AM on Monday, September 24th. Discussions should be posted during the day or days that a particular unit is scheduled.
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September 24 Quiz #4: Covers Unit 4. Available on Canvas on Monday, September 17th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, September 24th. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #4: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 4, 5, or 6, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 4") no later than 10AM on Monday, September 24th. |
Unit 5: The Socialization Process: The Influence of Social Groups and the Mass Media Video: "Death in Gaza," LINK TO FILM
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Summary-Response Options, Unit #5 & Discussion Topics: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 10AM on Monday, October 1st. Discussions should be posted during the day or days that a particular unit is scheduled. |
October 1 Quiz #5: Covers Unit 5. Available on Canvas on Monday, September 24th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, October 1st. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #5: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 4, 5, or 6, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 5") no later than 10AM on Monday, October 1st. |
Unit 6: Race, Prejudice and Discrimination
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Summary-Response Options, Unit #6 & Discussion Topics: Race, Prejudice and Discrimination Discussions should be posted during the day or days that a particular unit is scheduled.
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October 8 Quiz #6: Covers Unit 6. Available on Canvas on Monday, October 1st at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, October 8th. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #6: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 4, 5, or 6, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 6") no later than 10AM on Monday, October 8th. |
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Summary-Response Options, Unit #7 & Discussion Topics: Poverty and Inequality Discussions should be posted during the day or days that a particular unit is scheduled. |
October 15 Quiz #7: Covers Unit 7. Available on Canvas on Monday, October 8th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, October 15th. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #7: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 7, 8, 9, or 10, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 7") no later than 10AM on Monday, October 15th. Last day to drop course and receive a grade of "W" is Friday, October 19th. |
Unit 8: Sexuality and Gender Stratification
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Summary-Response Options, Unit #8 & Discussion Topics: Sexuality and Gender Stratification Discussions should be posted during the day or days that a particular unit is scheduled. |
October 22 Quiz #8: Covers Unit 8. Available on Canvas on Monday, October 15th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, October 22nd. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #8: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 7, 8, 9, or 10, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 8") no later than 10AM on Monday, October 22nd. |
Unit 9: Deviance and Crime in America
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Summary-Response Paper #9 & Discussion Topics: Deviance and Crime in America Discussions should be posted during the day or days that a particular unit is scheduled.
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October 29 Quiz #9: Covers Unit 9. Available on Canvas on Monday, October 22nd at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, October 29th. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #9: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 7, 8, 9, or 10, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 9") no later than 10AM on Monday, October 29th. |
Unit 10: Economics & Politics
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Summary-Response Options, Unit #10 & Discussion Topics: Economics & Politics Discussions should be posted during the day or days that a particular unit is scheduled.
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November 5 Quiz #10: Covers Unit 10. Available on Canvas on Monday, October 29th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, November 5th. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #10: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 7, 8, 9, or 10, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 10") no later than 10AM on Monday, November 5th. |
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Summary-Response Options, Unit #11 & Discussion Topics: Family & Religion Discussions should be posted during the day or days that a particular unit is scheduled.
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November 12 Quiz #11: Covers Unit 11. Available on Canvas on Monday, November 5th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, November 12th. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #11: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 11, 12, 13, or 14, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 11") no later than 10AM on Monday, November 12th. |
Unit 12: Education, Health Care & Medicine
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Summary-Response Options, Unit #12 & Discussion Topics: Education & Health/ Medicine Discussions should be posted during the day or days that a particular unit is scheduled.
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November 19 Quiz #12: Covers Unit 12. Available on Canvas on Monday, November 12th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, November 19th. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #12: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 11, 12, 13, or 14, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 12") no later than 10AM on Monday, November 19th. |
Unit 13: Social Problems |
Summary-Response Options, Unit #13 & Discussion Topics: Social Problems Discussions should be posted during the day or days that a particular unit is scheduled.
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November 26 Quiz #13: Covers Unit 13. Available on Canvas on Monday, November 19th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, November 26th. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #13: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 11, 12, 13, or 14, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 13") no later than 10AM on Monday, November 26th. |
Unit 14: Social Movements and Public Sociology |
Summary-Response Options, Unit #14 & Discussion Topics: Social Movements and Public Sociology Discussions should be posted during the day or days that a particular unit is scheduled. |
December 3 Quiz #14: Covers Unit 14. Available on Canvas on Monday, November 26th at 7AM, this quiz is due no later than 10AM on Monday, December 3rd. Summary-Response Paper from Unit #14: If you choose this assignment to satisfy the requirement that one SR paper must be drawn from either units 11, 12, 13, or 14, it must be submitted in Canvas ("Unit 14") no later than 10AM on Monday, December 3rd. |
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December 10 Final Exam must be submitted in Canvas no later than 5PM on Wednesday, December 12th. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox.
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Final Exam must be submitted in Canvas no later than 5PM on Wednesday, December 12th. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox. |