SYLLABUS HANDOUT
FOR
SOC 1010-5A
Kojo C. Allen
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
WELCOME TO METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SOCIOLOGY 1010
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Class Syllabus – 2009/Spring
CLASS IDENTIFICATION
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Introduction to Sociology
SOCI 1010 5A
4.5
March 10, 2009 – May 19, 2009
Tuesdays: 6:00 P.M.- 10:00 P.M.
April 2, 2009
May 4, 2009
Fort Campus, Building 10 RM. 112
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CONTACT INFORMATION
INSTRUCTOR NAME:
OFFICE LOCATION:
OFFICE TELEPHONE:
FACSIMILE:
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EMAIL ADDRESS:
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DEAN’S TELEPHONE:
Kojo C. Allen, M.A.
Fort Omaha Campus, Building 5, Room 203
(402) 457-2836
(402) 457-2611
Tuesdays/Thursdays: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
kallen@mccneb.edu
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Social Sciences
(402) 738-4545
COURSE INFORMATION
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course involves an introduction to the scientific study of society and human social behavior;
focuses on the concepts of research methods, research findings, sociological theories, society,
institutions, groups, social structure, culture, social interaction, socialization, social problems,
social inequality, social change; and it is designed to be transferable.
COURSE PREREQUISITES:
There are no formal prerequisites for this course. The ability to read and write at the college level
is highly recommended.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
At the completion of this course, each student will be able to:
1)
Compare the major sociological perspectives, their sources and applications.
2)
Apply the scientific method to a sample problem and evaluate the potential forms of
methodology.
3)
Analyze the social structure and its impact on forms of inequality.
4)
Demonstrate through class discussion, writing projects and class participation a
working knowledge of major sociological terms and concepts.
5)
Cite theoretical explanation for and the treatment options applicable to selected
deviant patterns of behaviors.
6)
Identify and correlate the functions of social institutions and explore the influence of
these institutions on the others.
7)
Explore the issues and impacts of marriage on family relations and society.
8)
Explore the impact of war and terrorism on global relations.
9)
Appraise the impact of collective behaviors, social movements and multicultural
contacts on social change.
REQUIRED & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS:
Required Textbook:
Title:
Edition:
Author:
Publisher:
Materials:
Society the Basics
10th Edition
John J. Macions
New Jersey: Prentice Hall
As distributed by the Instructor
Textbook webpage: http://www.prenhall.com/macionis
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SOFTWARE/FILE SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Metropolitan Community College uses Microsoft products as part of its standard software and
encourages students to do the same. You may save word-processed documents for file
attachments in Microsoft Word .doc or .docx format. If your software does not allow either of
these, then save files in Rich Text Format (.rtf).
CLASS STRUCTURE:
Major activities that will occur during class time are (e.g., lectures, group activities,
guest speakers, student presentations, readings, field trips, tests and papers).
TOPICAL COURSE OUTLINE:
I. Introduction to Social Theory
A. Theoretical Basis for Sociology
B. Research Methods in Sociology
C. Culture
D. Social Structure
II. Individual and Group
A. Socialization
B. Organization and Groups
C. Sexuality and Society
D. Deviance
III. Institutions
A. Education
B. Marriage and The Family
C. Religion
D. Politics and Economy
E. Emerging Institutions
1. Health Care
2. Sport, Entertainment and Leisure
IV. Inequality
A. Stratification
B. Prejudice and Discrimination
C. Racial and Ethnic Categories
D. Gender
E. Age
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V.
Social Change
A. Collective Behavior
B. Population
C. Urbanization
D. Multicultural Issues in a Changing World
E. Globalization
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT WORK
TYPES OF ASSESSMENTS/ASSIGNMENTS:
This course will be primarily lecture, discussion and team activity. There will be some outside
reading and activities. Audiovisuals will be included as supplemental to the topics of discussion.
There may be some experimental class activities as well as outside speakers. In class discussion
or lecture may or may not follow the text reading.
CRITERIA FOR ASSIGNMENTS:
Sample essays and other assignments are to be typed (word processor), and double spaced.
Assignments hand written will not be accepted and will be assessed a penalty for lateness.
GRADING POLICY:
Grades will be earned on the basis of the total points accumulated throughout the quarter. A
point system will be used to determine the grades. The grades will be assigned as indicated
below:
Activity
Maximum Points
A)
B)
C)
D)
E)
Three (3) Examinations
One (1) Research Paper
Four (4) Abstracts
Attendance/Class Participation
Group Presentation
900 – 1000
800 – 899
700 – 799
600 – 699
Below 600
=
=
=
=
=
A
B
C
D
F
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300 Points
100 Points
400 Points
100 Points
100 Points
Excellent
Above Average
Average
Below Average
Failing
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METHODS OF ASSESSING STUDENTS PROGRESS:
Students will be assessed by three (3) exam and 4 abstracts on multicultural issues,
1 Research Paper. The Test will include all or some of the following: Multiple Choice,
True/False, Matching/Identification. This exam will be based on the text and the items covered
in class. Inevitably, for some students, problems arise. But on the event of serious illness, and
or family issues such as death or child care issues, the instructor should be contacted and
students should make arrangements for taking the test on a different date and time. Examines
(except the final examine) will be returned. Notation- No Late Abstracts will be accepted.
LATE ASSIGNMENTS:
For full credit, your assignments should be turned in by the due date. I realize that unexpected
things may occur that may result in late assignments. Therefore ten (10) points will be
subtracted for every day the assignment is late. The assignments will only be accepted up to one
(1) week after the due date.
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING PROGRAM:
Metropolitan Community College is committed to continuous improvement of teaching and
learning. You may be asked to help us to accomplish this objective. For example, you may be
asked to respond to surveys or questionnaires. In other cases, tests or assignments you are
required to do for this course may be shared with faculty and used for assessment purposes.
USE OF STUDENT WORK:
By enrolling in classes offered by Metropolitan Community College, the student gives the
College license to mark on, modify, and retain the work as may be required by the process of
instruction, as described in the course syllabus. The institution shall not have the right to use the
work in any other manner without the written consent of the student(s).
INSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS
ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION POLICY:
Attendance is important as it will affect grade and team participation. Students who miss more
than two weeks of class may be administratively withdrawn and it will affect the overall grade.
Furthermore, as is true in a business setting, it is the student’s responsibility to contact the
instructor prior to or on the day of absence. Failure to do so is noted in the instructor’s grade
book and is utilized, as in business setting.
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COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS:
When you communicate with others in this course, you must follow the Student Code of Conduct
(http://www.mccneb.edu/catalog/studentinformation.asp), which calls for responsible and
cooperative behavior. Please think critically, ask questions, and challenge ideas, but also show
respect for the opinions of others, respond to them politely, and maintain the confidentiality of
thoughts expressed in the class. You may also wish to review information at
http://www.albion.com/netiquette/.html.
ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT:
Students are reminded that materials they use as sources for classwork may be subject to
copyright protection. Additional information about copyright is provided on the library website
at http://www.mccneb.edu/library or by your instructor. In response to incidents of student
dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, etc.), the College imposes specific actions that may include
receiving a failing grade on a test, failure in the course, suspension from the College, or
dismissal from the College. Disciplinary procedures are available in the Advising/Counseling
Centers or at http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/V-4_Student_Conduct_and_Discipline.pdf.
STUDENT WITHDRAWAL:
If you cannot participate in and complete this course, you should officially withdraw by calling
Central Registration at 402-457-5231 or 1-800-228-9553. Failure to officially withdraw will
result in either an instructor withdrawal (IW) or failing (F) grade. The last date to withdraw is
noted in the CLASS IDENTIFICATION section of this syllabus.
LEARNING SUPPORT
MCC's Academic Resource Centers, Math Centers, and Writing Centers offer friendly,
supportive learning environments that can help students achieve educational success. Staff
members in these centers provide free drop-in assistance with basic computing, reading, math,
and writing skills. Self-paced, computer-assisted instructional support in reading, vocabulary,
typing, English as a Second Language, and online course orientation is also available.
Detailed information about the Academic Resource, Math, and Writing Centers is in the Student
Handbook, College Catalog, and online at http://www.mccneb.edu/arc/.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:
If you have a disability that may substantially limit your ability to participate in this class, please
contact a Disability Support Services Counselor located in the Student Services Office on each
campus. Metropolitan Community College will provide reasonable accommodations for persons
with documented qualifying disabilities. However, it is the student’s responsibility to request
accommodations. For further information, please visit http://www.mccneb.edu/dss/ and/or
contact Student Services.
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TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
For assistance with student email, passwords, and most other MCC technology, contact the Help
Desk at 457-2900 or mcchelpdesk@mccneb.edu.
TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:
By using the information technology systems at MCC (including the computer systems and
phones), you acknowledge and consent to the conditions of use as set forth in the Metropolitan
Community College Procedures Memorandum on Acceptable Use of Information Technology
and Resources. It is your responsibility as a student to be familiar with these procedures. The full
text of the Procedures Memorandum may be found at the following website:
http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/X-15_Technology_Resources_Use.pdf.
SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS
NOTICE: This syllabus sets forth a tentative schedule of class topics, learning activities, and
expected learning outcomes. However, the instructor reserves the right to modify this schedule to
enhance learning for students. Any modifications will not substantially change the intent or
objectives of this course and will conform to the policies and guidelines of Metropolitan
Community College.
IMPORTANT DATES www.mccneb.edu/sos/enrollman.asp.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR: http://www.mccneb.edu/academics/calendar.asp
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SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS
March 10,
2009
March 17,
2009
March 24,
2009
March 31,
2009
April 7, 2009
Introduction/Getting Acquainted
The Sociological Perspectives
Culture
Socialization: From Infancy to Old Age
Social Interaction in Everyday Life
Groups and Organization
Sexuality
Deviance
Social Stratification
Global Stratification
April 14,
Gender Stratification
2009
Race and Ethnicity
April 21,
Economics and Politics
2009
Family and Religion
April 28,
Education and Medicine
2009
Population, Urbanization, and Environment
May 5, 2009 Social Change: Modern and Post Modern Societies
May 12, 2009 Cultural Day/Wrap-Up
May 19, 2009 Final Exam(In-Class)
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TENTATIVE TEST AND ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE:
ABSTRACTS:
Requirements:
To be eligible for credit, your abstract must have the following:
1) Must be typed and double spaced
2) Must not be a recap of the story you have read
3) Must be three (3) pages in length
4) Must include your own opinion
5) Must correlate to issues you have learned about in class or community issues
6) Must have at least four (4) references
7) Must be based on one of the three (3) Sociological Perspectives:
8) Cover and Reference pages
a. Symbolic Interaction
b. Conflict Theory
c. Function Perspectives
Due Dates:
Abstract One Abstract Two Abstract Three Abstract Four -
March 17, 2009
March 24, 2009
March 31, 2009
April 7, 2009
EXAMINATION DATES:
Exam One Exam Two Final Exam -
April 7, 2009 (Chapters 1-5)
April 28, 2009 (Chapters 6-11)
May 19, 2009 (Chapters 12-15)
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RESEARCH/TERM PAPER:
Due Date:
May 5, 2009
Requirements:
To be eligible for credit, your Research Paper must have the following:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
Must be typed and double spaced
Must be based of Sociological Perspectives or Social Issues
Must be four (4) to five(5) pages in length
Must have at least (6) references and well documented
Must have Cover and Reference Pages
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Student Services Important Dates
2008 – 2009 WINTER
December 1, 2008 – February 26, 2009
Winter Tuition Payment Deadline ............................................................... November 3, 2008 (M)
Spring/Summer Priority Registration begins .....................................................January 7, 2009(W)
Spring/Summer General Registration begins...................................................January 21, 2009(W)
Winter Quarter Begins ............................................................................... December 1, 2008(M)
Last class before Holiday Recess ................................................................. December 22, 2008(M)
Holiday Recess (College Closed) ..................................... December 25, 2008 – January 1, 2009
First Day for Faculty to Initiate Instructor Withdrawal ....................................... First class session
Fall Term “I” Grades Due .............................................................................. February 21, 2009(S)
Last Day of Winter Classes ..................................................................... February 26, 2009(Th)
Grades Due and Posted to WebAdvisor by 5 p.m. .............................................. March 2, 2009(M)
Graduation Application Deadline Winter Quarter .................................. February 1, 2009(S)
The Last Day to Drop for grades is also the last day for the Instructor to initiate an Instructor
Withdrawal (IW) and for students to change from Credit to Audit or Audit to Credit with
instructor approval. Students must drop by this date to avoid being assigned a grade of “F”.
NOTE: “Last day to drop” refers to grades only.
To view the Last Day to Drop specific to your course section, go to the online class schedule at
http://www.mccneb.edu/schedule/classschedule.asp and click on the Important Dates next to the
course.
The Refund drop dates for each course section are automatically calculated based on the start and
end dates and the number of sessions for the course. NOTE: Refer to refund policy below to
determine the last day to receive a refund for your course.
REFUND POLICY
Eligibility for a refund is automatically calculated by the date of the withdrawal. The amount of
refund is based on the number of class meetings held prior to the withdrawal compared to the
total number of scheduled sessions for the course.
For refund or account questions call: (402) 457-2405 or 1-800-228-9553, extension 2405.