Sociology 1301 Sections WS1 & WS2: Introduction to Sociology - Online Web Class
Professor Larry Stern
Spring 2019

January 22

Student Profile - Introduction must be posted in the "Pinned Discussions" section on Canvas no later than Thursday, January 24th at 11:59PM.

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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, January 24th.

Quiz #1: Covers Units 1A & 1B. Available on Canvas on Tuesday, January 22nd at 7AM, must be completed no later than Monday, January 28th at 10 AM.

Summary-Response Options, Units #1A and 1B & Discussion Topics: Perspectives: Ways of Seeing, Not Seeing & Being Deceived; What is a Human Being
[click on link for options]

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, January 28th.

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

January 28

Quiz #1: Available Tuesday, January 22nd at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, January 28th.

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 10AM on Monday, January 28th.

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

Quiz #2: Available on Canvas Monday, January 28th at 7AM, must be completed no later than Monday, February 4th at 10AM.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #2 & Discussion Topics: What is Sociology? The Search for Social Patterns [click on link for options]

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, February 4th.

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

February 4

Quiz #2: Available Monday, January 28th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, February 4th.

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 10AM on Monday, February 4th.

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

Quiz #3: Available on Canvas Monday, February 4th at 7AM, must be completed no later than Monday, February 11th at 10AM.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #3 & Discussion Topics: Theoretical Perspectives in Sociology: Micro and Macro Approaches [click on link for options]

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, February 11th.

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

February 11

Quiz #3: Available Monday,February 4th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, February 11th.

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 10AM on Monday, February 11th.

Unit 4: The Study of Culture

Quiz #4: Available on Canvas Monday, February 11th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, February 18th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #4 & Discussion Topics: The Study of Culture [click on link for options]

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, February 18th.

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

February 18

Quiz #4: Available Monday ,February 11th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, February 18th.

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 10AM on Monday, February 18th.

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, February 18th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, February 25th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #5 & Discussion Topic:The Socialization Process [click on link for options]

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, February 25th.

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

February 25

Quiz #5: Available Monday, February 18th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, February 25th.

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 on 10AM on Monday, February 25th.

Unit 6: Race, Prejudice and Discrimination

Quiz #6: Available on Canvas Monday, February 25th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, March 4th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #6 & Discussion Topics: Race, Prejudice and Discrimination [click on link for options]

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, March 4th.

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

March 4

Quiz #6: Available Monday, February 25th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, March 4th.

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 10AM on Monday, March 4th.

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

Quiz #7: Available on Canvas Monday, March 4th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, March 18th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #7 & Discussion Topics: Poverty and Inequality [click on link for options]

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 10AM on Monday, March 18th.

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

March 11

SPRING BREAK

March 18

Quiz #7: Available Monday,March 4th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, March 18th.

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 10AM on Monday, March 18th.

Last day to drop course and receive a grade of "W" is Friday, March 22nd.

Quiz #8: Available on Canvas Monday, March 18th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, March 25th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #8 & Discussion Topics: Sexuality and Gender Stratification [click on link for options]

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 10AM on Monday, March 25th.

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

March 25

Quiz #8: Available Monday, March 18th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, March 25th.

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 10AM on Monday, March 25th.

Unit 9: Deviance and Crime in America

Quiz #9: Available on Canvas Monday, March 25th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, April 1st.

Summary-Response Paper #9 & Discussion Topics: Deviance and Crime in America [click on link for options]

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 10AM on Monday, April 1st.

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

April 1

Quiz #9: Available Monday, March 25th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, April 1st.

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 10AM on Monday, April 1st.

Unit 10: Economics & Politics

Quiz #10: Available on Canvas Monday, April 1st at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, April 8th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #10 & Discussion Topics: Economics & Politics [click on link for options]

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 10AM on Monday, April 8th.

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

April 8

Quiz #10: Available Monday, April 1st at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, April 8th.

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 10AM on Monday, April 8th.

Unit 11: Family & Religion

Quiz #11: Available on Canvas Monday, April 8th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, April 15th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #11 & Discussion Topics: Family & Religion [click on link for options]

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 10AM on Monday, April 15th.

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

April 15

Quiz #11: Available Monday, April 8th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, April 15th.

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 10AM on Monday, April 15th.

Unit 12: Education, Health Care & Medicine

Quiz #12: Available on Canvas Monday, April 15th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, April 22nd.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #12 & Discussion Topics: Education & Health/ Medicine [click on link for options]

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 10AM on Monday, April 22nd.

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

April 22

Quiz #12: Available Monday, April 15th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, April 22nd.

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 10AM on Monday, April 22nd.

Unit 13: Social Problems

Quiz #13: Available on Canvas Monday, April 22nd at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, April 29th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #13 & Discussion Topics: Social Problems [click on link for options]

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 10AM on Monday, April 29th.

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

April 29

Quiz #13: Available Monday, April 22nd at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, April 29th.

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 10AM on Monday, April 29th.

Unit 14: Social Movements and Public Sociology

Quiz #14: Available on Canvas Monday, April 29th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday, May 6th.

Summary-Response Options, Unit #14 & Discussion Topics: Social Movements and Public Sociology [click on link for options]

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 10AM on Monday, May 6th.

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

May 6

Quiz #14: Available Monday, April 29th at 7AM, must be completed no later than 10AM on Monday,May 6th.

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 10AM on Monday, May 6th.

Review and Prepare Final Exam

May 13

Final Exam must be submitted in Canvas no later than 5PM on Wednesday, May 15th. Upload your paper in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox.