Fall 2018 Course Syllabus Course: SOCI-1301- Section: 02 Introduction to Sociology

Instructor Information
Instructor	Lawanda Brown
E-mail	brownl1@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6185
Office	Location: Student Center - Room: 308 Hours: N/A
Department	Student Advising Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341
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.
Prerequisites	Competency in reading.
Learning Outcomes	1. Compare and contrast the basic theoretical perspectives of sociology. (PSLO 1,2,& 5) Measured by embedded test questions, video assignment, group discussion, and/or research project rubric 2. Identify the various methodological approaches to the collection and analysis of data in sociology.(PSLO 1, 2, 5, Alpha) Measured by embedded test questions, video assignment, group discussion, and/or research project rubric; pre-test/post-test 3. Describe key concepts in sociology.(PSLO 1,2,3,5,alpha) Measured by Measured by embedded test questions, group discussion, and/or research project rubric; pre-test/post-test 4. Describe the empirical findings of various subfields of sociology.(PSLO 1, 2,3,5, alpha) Measured by Measured by embedded test questions, group discussion, and/or research project rubric; pre-test/post-test 5. Explain the complex links between individual experiences and broader institutional forces.(PSLO 1,2,5, Alpha) Measured by Measured by embedded test questions, group discussion, and/or research project rubric; pre-test/post-test
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.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills � Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. Creatively identifies problem, argument, or issue (to determine extent of information needed); differentiates the facts from opinions as relates to situation; constructs possible solutions or prediction or consequences; uses logical, sound reasoning to justify conclusion. PSLO 2: Communication Skills � Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication. Expresses a strong thesis; organizes information with effective transitions & sequencing of ideas; uses substantial, logical & specific development of ideas; details are relevant, original, credible and correctly documented when appropriate to show an effective development and interpretation of ideas; and presents ideas in appropriate mode of expression for the task. PSLO3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills � Applies the manipulation and/or analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions. Identifies mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task; uses mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task; analyzes how to use the principles; and applies problem-solving skills in mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task with correct informed conclusions. PSLO 5: Social Responsibility Skills - Expresses intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities. Identifies cultural characteristics (including beliefs, values, perspectives and/or practices); demonstrates knowledge of civic responsibility; provides evidence of experience in civic- engagement activities; and describes what she/ he has learned as it relates to a reinforced and clarified sense of civic identity in local, regional, national, or global communities; and shows awareness of one�s own culture in relation to others.
Textbooks	Sociology/John J. Macionis, 16th Edition,Pearson, 2014.
Lecture Topics Outline	Module I: Wk 1-3 Class Introduction, Pre-Test, Class Expectations and Syllabus Review The Foundations of Sociology Chapter 1: The Sociology Perspective Chapter 3: Culture Exam I: Sept. 20th Module II Wk 4-6 The Foundations of Sociology and The Foundations of Society Chapter 4: Society Chapter 5: Socialization Chapter 6: Social Interaction of Everyday Life Exam II Oct. 11th Module III Wk 7 Chapter 2: Sociology Investigation Discussion of Research Outline Module IV Wk 8-11 The Foundations of Society and Social Inequality Chapter 7: Groups and Organization Chapter 8: Sexuality and Society Chapter 9: Deviance Chapter 10: Social Stratification Exam III Nov. 15th Research Assignment Due Nov. 15th Week 13th Thanksgiving Break Module V WK 14-15 - Student Lead Discussions Chapter 11: Social Class in the United States Chapter 13: Gender Stratification Chapter 14: Race and Ethnicity Post-Test: Dec. 6th Final Review Dec. 13th Final: Exam IV
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1 Pre-Test Oct. 25th - Topic due for Research Assignment Nov. 15th - Research Outline is due Nov. 29th - Student Lead Discussions Dec. 6th Post-Test
Final Exam Date	December 13, 2018 - 5:00 PM   Through  December 13, 2018 - 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 in class and/or homework assignments and pop quizzes (25pts each) 4- exams including the final exam (100pts each) 1- Research outline Assignment (50pts) 10 Exit Tickets (Checking for understanding.) (5pts each) Total 600 points 67%, Test 33%, Assignments and quizzes There will be 20 extra point available though out the semester.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Respect yourself and your classmates. 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.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
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.
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