Spring 2022 Course Syllabus Course: SOCI-1301- Section: 1C 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
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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	TSI complete in reading.
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.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
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.
Lecture Topics Outline	Module I: Week of Feb 21st - March 7th Class Introduction, Class Expectations and Syllabus Review The Foundations of Sociology Chapter 1: The Sociology Perspective Chapter 2: Sociology Investigation Chapter 3: Culture Exam I and Assignments due: March 10th SPRING BREAK: March 14th -18th Module II Week of Mar. 21st - March 31st The Foundations of Sociology and The Foundations of Society Chapter 4: Society Chapter 5: Socialization Chapter 6: Social Interaction of Everyday Life Exam II and Assignments due March 31st. Module lll Week of April 4 - 18th 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 and Assignments due April 21st Module lV Week of Apr. 25th - May 9th Chapter 11: Social Class in the United States Chapter 13: Gender Stratification Chapter 14: Race and Ethnicity (Final Module and Exam) Exam lV and Assignments due Week of May 9th -13th
Major Assignments Schedule	Exam I and Assignments due: March 10th Exam II and Assignments due March 31st. Exam III and Assignments due April 21st (Final Module and Exam) Exam lV and Assignments due Week of May 9th
Final Exam Date	May 12, 2022 - 5:30 PM   Through  May 12, 2022 - 8:30 PM
Grading Scale	540-600 = A 480-539 = B 420-479 = C 360-419 = D 359 - Below= F
Determination of Final Grade	6 assignments (Total 150pts) 4- exams including the final exam (Total 400pts) 1- Research outline Assignment (50pts) Total 600 points 67%, Test 33%, Assignments
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.
Important Information
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.
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HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	Academic Advising Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341 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.