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SUMMER 2016

 SOCY 1010 VO801

INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY

FOUR CREDIT HOURS

Begin Date: 6/20/16 – End Date: 8/13/16

Contact

Name: Cassandra J. Bowers, PhD.

Email:  bowersc@macomb.edu

Office:

Phone:

Office Hours: TBA

 

 

Prerequisites:

no prior sociology course work is required

Credit hours:4

Contact hours:4

Office Hours:

(H)Phone:(248) 651-2963

Course Syllabus

Welcome to  Sociology 1010  The Introduction to Sociology

Whether you are new to online learning or a seasoned online student you will find this course to be extremely important in beginning to understand the intricacies of human interaction.  You, the participants will drive this course through asynchronous discussion and interaction delivered totally online. The purpose of this course is intended to provide an introduction to the discipline of sociology. It will focus on a broad range of theoretical perspectives and research findings concerning the social institutions that make up society, their development, their effects on people, and how they are thought of and studied by sociologists.

 

Technical Perquisites:

While you are enrolled in this course you will need access to:

  • A reliable internet connection
  • An e-mail account
  • Access to Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint.

 

Meet your Instructor:

Hello, my name is Cassandra J. Bowers; I will be your Facilitator for the semester.

Here is how you will be able to reach me.  I will log on to the course 6 days a week. I try to stay away on Sunday. I will typically log on in the morning around 6AM and evening around 8 PM.

 You may telephone me @ (248) 651-2963 Monday –Friday after 6Pm and before 9PM and on Saturday any time after 10AM and before 9PM.

I will generally respond within 24 hours.  Graded assignments will be returned within 48 hours.

SUPPORT HELP DESK:

Technical problems or issues may be directed to:

      E-Mail: online@macomb.edu

      Telephone:  1-(877) 362-2662

ADA Compliance

 

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Course Text:

Henslin, J.  (2015)  Sociology: A down-to-earth approach core   (6th ed.)  Boston MASS: Pearson.

ISBN 13-:978-9-13-380997-8

 

Course Requirements

  • Read the assigned readings
  • Engage in positive and meaningful dialog with classmates concerning the topic being discussed
  • Answer discussion questions and present reasoning behind answers given to other questions
  • Log onto the course at least 5 days per week and demonstrate presence through posting and interaction
  • Complete all required postings and assignments

Course Domain:This is an 8 week course designed to provide you with a working knowledge of Sociology in our times. This course will help you to gain a better understanding of yourself and our social world.  We will look at behavior and see how our actions are shaped by those around us and the society in which we live.  This course will introduce you to the concepts of research and the various methods researchers use.  Questions will be posed regarding the readings assigned.

 Course Objectives:

Upon successfully completing this course students will be able to:

  • Understand and compare the theoretical perspectives used in sociology
  • Articulate the methods of sociological research
  • Understand basic social processes that impact on the lives of people
  • Understand Institutional impact on peoples' lives
  • Understand social change  

Course management considerations

  1.   Time management is a key element in successfully completing this course
  2.  Please do not hesitate to contact me when you are experiencing problems understanding the information or other matters related to the course
  3. Remember it is important to be courteous to your fellow classmates. It is absolutely ok to disagree but put downs are unacceptable.
  4. You are in charge of your learning, make your efforts count
  5. Be aware there may be technical glitches. Stay calm and contact the call center via E-mail callcenter@macomb.eduThe


instructor will adhere to the requirements set forth in the MCC statement regarding teaching responsibilities.

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                      

Course Description:

This course is intended to provide an introduction to the discipline of sociology. It will focus on a broad range of theoretical positions and research findings concerning the social institutions that make up society, their development, their effects on people, and how they are thought of and studied by sociologists.

 

This course is designed to provide the student with an appreciation and understanding of the social influences on peoples’ lives: how culture affects peoples’ behavior, ideas, and attitudes.

 

Role of the Student/Instructor:

Students are expected to complete all required readings, participate in class, and perform satisfactorily on assignments and examinations.

  • The instructor shall be notified of unavoidable absences preferably in advance. 
  •  Late papers (those not turned in on the assigned day) will only be accepted the following class session with a 5 point penalty. 
  •  A zero will be factored in for missing work.
  • There will be no make-up examinations or quizzes.
  • No incompletes or extra credit will be given in this course.
  •  Late book reports will have a deduction of 15 points
  • After two consecutive weeks of absences are accumulated students will fail this course for poor attendance
  •  Students are responsible for officially dropping the class
  •  Students plagiarizing any assignment or cheating on an examination will be given a failing grade for the course. 

Netiquette

Use common courtesy in your dealings with other class members. 

It is always acceptable to provide constructive criticism however, do not come across as demeaning

Method of Instruction

he subject matter scheduled for each session will be covered by: 

  • Lecture on the topics
  • Active participation in class discussion
  • Assigned readings for each session
  • Audio visual presentations

 

Discussion Question Assignment (DQ)Postings:

Post your assignment in this forum by the date it appears in the course calendar the Discussion Question Rubric will be used to evaluate the assignment

Instructions:

1.      Answer the discussion assigned: There will be a discussion question assigned each week You are to respond to each question, as well as at least 3 different students per discussion question for a total of 3 different students per week.

2.      Length of your  response should be  at least 150-300 words

.      Submit your response by Friday 11:55PM of each week so there is enough time for classmates to discuss the implications            of your response

4.      You should do the reading assignment for the week you are to refer to the text and outside sources in your response.                    When using outside sources, you must cite your source.

5.      Please put the chapter of your DQ, and a brief description in the subject line of your message.

6.      I suggest you write out the question before posting.  This will help you focus on the content and keep things in order.

7.     Review the responses of your fellow classmates and post your comments and reactions as appropriate. You are NOT                   expected to  respond to everyone’s posting

 

 

Discussion Question Rubric

Evaluation Criteria

Advanced

Proficient

Not yet there

Not there at al

Development of Ideas

Well-developed ideas: Introduces new ideas; stimulates discussion

 

(5pts)

Developing ideas; sometimes stimulates discussion

 

(4 pts.)

Poorly developed ideas which do not add to discussion

(1pt)

Does not enter the discussion

 

(0 pts.)

Evidence of critical thinking

 Clear evidence of critical thinking- application, analysis, synthesis and evaluation. Postings are characterized by clarity of argument, depth of insight into issues, originality of treatment and relevance. Sometimes include unusual insights. Arguments are well supported.

(5pts)

Beginnings of critical thinking; postings tend to address peripheral issues.  Generally accurate, but could be improved with more analysis and creative thought. Tendency to recite facts rather than address issues

 

 

 

(2pts)

Poorly developed critical thinking

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1 pt.)

Does not enter the discussion

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(0pts)

Response to other students and instructor, as well as timeliness and Mechanics

Individual response and at least five posted responses to three classmates by deadline. Standard English

Mechanics and grammar used in posts

 

 

(6 pts.)

Noticeable problem with mechanics or late postings

 

 

 

 

 

(0pts)

 

Does not enter the discussion

 

 

 

 

 

(0 pts.)
  • Maximum points available for each discussion assignment = 16 points
  • Personal response to discussion question = 10 points. Each week there will be one discussion question, for each chapter. If you are late posting for any discussion question there will be a 3 point deduction.
  • 2 points is given for your response to 3 different classmates which equals to 6 points for a maximum total of 16 points per each discussion question.
  • This assignment requires thought. Merely agreeing with a post is unacceptable unless you explain why you agree with supportive evidence from the text or outside sources, not just personal experience.
  • Should you use a quote or an outside source to support your response, you must provide a citation

 

 

Paper:            Points available 40          Due Week 6 by 11:55 the end of the week(Sunday).

 

You are to write a 5-7page sociological analysis of the book The Giver, by Lois Lowry. The analysis should be double spaced utilizing Times New Roman with a 12 font. You should include each of the perspectives discussed in chapter 1 (Functionalism, Conflict theory, Symbolic Interactionism) you are to incorporate into your paper information regarding Basic Social processes, Social inequality, Institutions, and Social change. Late Papers will receive a 15 point deduction. No paper will be accepted after week 7.

 

Paper Rubric

 

Evaluation Criteria

Proficient

Adequate

Not there at all

Critical Thinking

Clear evidence of critical thinking – application of analysis, synthesis, evaluation and clarity of statements.

Some critical thinking. Reflection is general shows minimal application of thought

 

 

 

Did not respond

 

 

 

 

Structure of paper

Your paper should use appropriate sentences, sub-headings, No slang

 

 

Appropriate grammar

Subject verb agreement

 

 

Spelling

 

 

 

Total

35

25

0

Please note more than 3 misspelled words will result in a 2 point deduction from total

Improper grammar will result in a 2 point deduction

 

 

GRADING ASSIGNMENT CRITERIA

 

Activity

Points per assignment

Total Points

%

Paper

 

40

14

Discussion Question

 

16 points per week @

 

128

46

Course Reflection

5 points per week

40

14

Quiz

Total of 10 points per quiz ( you will be tested weekly beginning week 2)

70

26

Total

 

278

100

 

GRADING:

 

POINT  STRUCTURE

278-268 = A

267-257 = A-

256-246 = B+

245-235 = B

234-224 = B-

223-212 = C+

211-201 = C

200-190  = C-

189-179 = D+

178-168 = D

167-157 = D-

156…E

 

 

COURSE OUTLINE

 

Module

Activity

Assignment

1

 

8/24/15

Orientation

This week we will get to know each other as well as become familiar with ANGEL Virtual Classroom

 

Complete your autobiographical sketch

Read and respond to postings of other student

 

2

8/31/15

 

Discussion chapter 1

Assignment:  Read chapter1 The Sociological Perspective

Complete Discussion Question

Complete Reflection

Complete test

3

9/7/15

 

Discussion chapter 2

 

Assignment: Read chapter 2 Culture

Complete Discussion Question

Complete Reflection

Complete test

4

9/14/15

 

Discussion chapter 3   

 

Assignment: Read chapter 3 Socialization

Complete Discussion Question

Complete Reflection

Complete test

 

5

9/21/15

 

Discussion chapter 4

 

Assignment: Read chapter 4 Social Structures and Social Interaction

Complete Discussion Question

Complete Reflection

Complete test

6

9/28/15

 

Discussion chapter 5

Assignment: Read 5 Societies to Social Networks

Complete Discussion Question

Complete Reflection

Complete test

 

7

10/5/15

 

Discussion chapter 6

 

Assignment: Read chapter 6 Deviance and Social Control

Complete Discussion Question

Complete Reflection

Book report due this module

 

8

10/12/15

Discussion chapter 7

Please note all assignments for this module must be completed by 11:59pm Saturday October 17

 

(END OF CLASS)

 

Assignment: Read chapter 7

Complete Discussion Question

Complete Reflection

Complete test.

 NOTE:  Syllabus is subject to change based on needs of the class

I  hope you have enjoyed the experience of participating in this class

 

 

 

 

Course Summary:

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