Fall 2023 Course Syllabus Course: SOCI-1301 (Section: 1C, CRN: 92959) Introduction to Sociology

Instructor Information
Instructor	Lawanda Brown
Email	brownl1@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6185
Office	Student Center - Room: 308
Office Hours	Please inform me if you have any concerns. We can discuss your concerns on class day. Class Day and Time: Monday @ 5:30-8:00 pm
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
Description	The scientific study of human society, including ways in which groups, social institutions, and individuals affect each other. Causes of social stability and social change are explored through the application of various theoretical perspectives, key concepts, and related research methods of sociology. Analysis of social issues in their institutional context may include topics such as social stratification, gender, race/ethnicity, and deviance.
Required Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Sociology/John J. Macionis, 16th Edition,Pearson, 2014.
Additional Materials/Resources	None
Corequisites/Prerequisites	A desire to learn.
Learning Outcomes	Compare and contrast the basic theoretical perspectives of sociology. Identify the various methodological approaches to the collection and analysis of data in sociology. Describe key concepts in sociology. Describe the empirical findings of various subfields of sociology. Explain the complex links between individual experiences and broader institutional forces.
Core Objectives	Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.  Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts.  Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.  Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities. Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Lecture Topics Outline	Module I: Class Introduction, Class Expectations and Syllabus Review The Foundations of Sociology Chapter 1: The Sociology Perspective Chapter 2: Sociology Investigation Chapter 3: Culture Module 1 Assignment (s) Exam I:  September 18th  Module  2 The Foundations of Sociology and The Foundations of Society Chapter 4: Society Chapter 5: Socialization Chapter 6: Social Interaction of Everyday Life Chapter 7: Groups and Organization Chapter 8: Sexuality and Society Module 2 Assignment (s) Exam 2: October 16th Module 3  The Foundations of Society and Social Inequality Chapter 9: Deviance Chapter 10: Social Stratification Chapter 11: Social Class in the United States Chapter 13: Gender Stratification Module 3 Assignments Exam 3: November 20th Thanksgiving Holiday Break November 23th & 24th Module 4 Chapter 14: Race and Ethnicity Chapter 15: Aging and the Elderly Chapter 16: Economy and Work Chapter 17: Politics and Government Chapter 18: Families Module 4 Assignments Module 5 (Student Group Module) Chapter 19: Religion Chapter 20: Education Chapter 21: Health and Medicine Chapter 22: Population, Urbanization, and Environment Chapter 23: Collective Behavior and Social Movements Chapter 24: Social Change: Traditional, Modern, and Postmodern Societies FINAL EXAM: December 11th
Major Assignments Schedule	Exam 1 - Sept 18th Exam 2 - Oct. 16th Exam 3 - Nov. 20th Exam 4 - Dec. 11th Final Exam
Final Exam Date	December 11, 2023 - 5:30 PM   Through  December 11, 2023 - 8:00 PM
Grading Scale	540-600 = A   480-539 = B   420-479 = C   360-419 = D   359 - Below= F
Determination of Final Grade	4 assignments (Total 100pts) 4- exams including the final exam (Total 400pts) 2- Pop Quizzes/Assignments (25pts each) 1- Group Assignment (50pts) Total 600 points Test = 67%  Assignments = 33%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Respect yourself and your classmates. Most assignments are class assignments and are due at the end of each assigned class period. Any take home assignments are due the following class period.  No late assignments are accepted.  There are no make up exams without prior notification of absence.  All group members must participate in group assignments. Group members are randomly selected. Students should not leave class without permission.
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. A student with three or more absence may be dropped from the class.
Additional Information	Please follow all location rules.  Late assignments are not accepted No exam make-up with proper notification and excuse  All assignments must be written or typed on clean paper, ex: no crumbled or reused paper.
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA	Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect	As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct	LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting	For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
Grievance / Complaint / Concern	If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Department Information	Academic Advising Chair: Steven Zani Email: zanisj@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6431