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Spring 2024 Course Syllabus
Course: SOCI-1306 (Section: 1C, CRN: 10744) Social Problems |
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| Instructor | Walter Holt | ||||||||
| holtwl@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6229 | ||||||||
| Office | Madison Monroe Education - Room: 228 | ||||||||
| Office Hours | None | ||||||||
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| Description | Application of sociological principles and theoretical perspectives to major social problems in contemporary society such as inequality, crime and violence, substance abuse, environmental issues, deviance, or family problems. | ||||||||
| 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.
Understanding Social Problems (Eleventh Edition) by Mooney, Clever and Van Willigen (2022) ISBN: 978-0-357-50742-1 |
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| Additional Materials/Resources | None applicable | ||||||||
| Corequisites/Prerequisites | None | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes |
Upon successful completion of this course, students will: 1) Compare and contrast the basic theoretical perspectives of sociology. 2) Identify the various methodological approaches to the collection and analysis of data in sociology. 3) Describe key concepts in sociology. 4) Describe the empirical findings of various subfields of sociology. 5) Explain the complex links between individual experiences and broader institutional forces. |
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| 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.
* Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities.
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| Lecture Topics Outline | |||||||||
| Major Assignments Schedule |
Week 1 (January 16, 2024) No class Week 2 (January 23, 2024) No class Week 3 (January 30, 2024) Introduction, Overview, Chapter 1 (Introduction) and Week 4 (February 6, 2024) Chapter 2 (Health Care) Week 5 (February 13, 2024) Chapter 3 (Alcohol and Drug Dependency) and Chapter 4 (Crime and Social Control). Homework for Chapters 1-4 due on this date. Week 6 (February 20, 2024) Exam 1 over Chapters 1-4 to be done in class Week 7 (February 27, 2024) Chapter 5 (Family Problems) and Chapter 6 (Income Inequality) Week 8 (March 5, 2024) Chapter 7 (Work and Unemployment) Homework for Chapters 5-7 due on this date. Week 9 (March 12, 2024) Spring Break Week 10 (March 19, 2024) Exam 2 over Chapters 5-7 to be done in class Week 11 (March 26, 2024) Chapter 9 (Race, Ethnicity and Immigration) Week 12 (April 2, 2024) Chapter 10 (Gender Inequality) Week 13 (April 9, 2024) Chapter 11 (Sexuality) Week 14 (April 16, 2024) Chapter 15 (War and Terrorism). Homework for Chapters 9-11 and Chapter 15 due on this date. Week 15 (April 23, 2024) Exam 3 over Chapters 9-11 and 15 to be done in class Week 16 (April 30, 2024) Reflective assignment is due at this time. Last chance to turn in any late homework. Week 17 (May 7, 2024) Final Examination during classtime |
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| Final Exam Date | May 7, 2024 - 6:0 PM Through May 7, 2024 - 9:0 PM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
Classroom Participation - 10%
Homework - 10%
Reflective Assignment - 20%
Examinations - 25%
Final Cumulative Evam - 35%
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies | I will not discuss your grade in front of other students. If you desire to discuss your grade, it will be one-on-one before or after class. There will be absolutely no communicating via email or phone under any circumstances. | ||||||||
| Attendance Policy | Research has shown a corroboration between attendance and success in college. Unexcused absences will be handled as per TDCJ policy. | ||||||||
| Additional Information | |||||||||
| 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. |
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| 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. | ||||||||
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