Dear Parent or Guardian,
Sociology, an elective course, is an introductory study in social behavior and organization of
human society. This course will describe the development of the field as a social science
by identifying methods and strategies of research leading to an understanding of how the
individual relates to society and the ever changing world. Students will also learn the
importance and role of culture, social structure, socialization, and social change in today's society.
During the third six weeks grading period, students will be engaged in course work over the
following units of study:
Unit 8: The Family (November 16 – November 20)
This unit concentrates on the social construction on the self, theories of socialization, agents of
socialization, socialization across the lifespan, and we as social institution, and change.
Unit 9: Religion (November 30 – December 4)
This unit is concerned with religion and the integral role it plays in society, such as encouraging
a sense of unity, inhibiting or encouraging social change, and providing stability and security in
an uncertain existence.
Unit 10: Social Change & Collective Behavior (December 7 – December 18)
This unit addresses how social change can be brought about by people organized into social
movement. It includes what influences collective behavior, factors that influence social change,
as well as causes and consequences of social change.
Final Review & Exams (January 4 – January 15)
Throughout the third six weeks grading period, student knowledge and understanding will be
assessed in a variety of ways, such as:
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Interacting with Academic Vocabulary
Thinking Maps/Graphic Organizers
Cornell Notes
Marking the text
Student collaborative learning
Sociology
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Analyze Primary & Secondary Sources
Analyze assessment questions
Creating/Interpreting charts, maps, & graphs
Formative and summative assessments
Quick Writes
Make connections between different groups
Pair/Share
Use of Stems for writing
Peer Tutoring
Connection to Future Historical Events and Present Situations
Interpreting maps of the world regions
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns regarding your student.
We look forward to working with you and your child to ensure academic success.
Respectfully,
Sociology Teachers
Sociology
3rd 6 Weeks