Sociology 1010 Course Syllabus Spring 2013 Course Information Course Description: SOCI 1010—Introduction to Sociology 3 sem. hrs.
This course is a general introduction to the terms, concepts
and principles of sociology. The course emphasizes the
history of the development of sociology, research methods,
basic sociological concepts and the study of social
institutions. 3 hours lecture. RODP Equivalent Course - SOCI 1010
Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the ability to …
Recognize, describe, and explain social institutions,
structures of a diverse society and certain aspects of a
global culture.
Think critically about how individuals are influenced by
social forces of their own and other diverse cultures.
Explore the relationship between the individual and
society as it affects the personal behavior, social
development and quality of life of the individual, the
family and the community.
Use sociological perspectives and the social research
model to objectively gather and analyze data, draw
logical conclusions, and apply those conclusions to
one’s life and society.
Take ethical stands based on appropriate social research.
Analyze and communicate the values and processes that
are used to formulate the major sociological theories.
Prerequisites: DSPR 0800, DSPW 0800
Course Topics: Principle topics are a sociological perspective, social research,
culture, social structure, socialization, groups, deviance, social
stratification, gender stratification, race and ethnicity, family,
religion, education, health and medicine.
Specific Course Requirements: Material is presented through the required reading from the
Textbook. Power Point presentations, group discussion questions,
videos and class exercises will be utilized to promote application of
the text material. Students will be required to write papers,
knowledge of the APA style, and to participate in class discussions.
Textbooks, Supplementary Materials, Hardware and Software Requirements Required Textbooks: Society the basics, Twelfth Edition by John J.
Macionis. Publisher: Prentice Hall, 2011.
ISBN 13:978-0-205-89891-6
MySocLab use ISBN 0-205-89547-6 Students may purchase their textbooks or view complete details at www.dscc.edu/bookstore. Supplementary Materials: Electronic Text and Resources: With the purchase of a
new text, you will get an access code to MySocLab™ for the
online text edition and many other resources. Otherwise, you
can purchase an access code.
Software Requirements: You need access to the D2L shell for power points and tracking of
your grades as well as news updates and email in D2l.
Instructor Information Instructor Name: Jill Wells, MSSW, LAPSW Instructor Instructor Contact Information: Please contact me through the D2L email lwells@dscc.edu . Office phone number is 286‐3258 Office Hours: I am located in Eller suite # 225, office# 223. Hours are MWF 8:30‐ 9:30 am and 12:45‐2 pm and Tues/Thurs 8:30‐ 9:15 am. Instructor Response Time: I will make it a priority to respond within 48 hours except for weekends. Please try to ask your questions before or after class. Assessment and Grading Testing Procedures: Tests will be given in the classroom. Tests will be a combination of multiple choice, true/false. Extra credit questions will be given for material presented in class. Scan trons are required for test taking. Grading Procedures: Grades will be calculated on points. 5 Tests worth 100 points 500 Final exam 100 points 100 Attendance/participation 50 Social Research Paper 100 Total 750 Grading Scale: A = 100 - 92
B = 91 – 82
C = 81 – 72
D = 71 - 62
F = 61 or below
Assignments and Participation Assignments and Projects: Assignments: Instructions posted under D2L
content for the Social research paper
Jan.17:
first
day
of
class;
introductions, review of syllabus,
introduction of topic, review of
theories.
Jan. 22; chapter 1 lecture;
Jan. 24; group work for chapter 1 and
research practice
Jan.29: Chapter 2: culture lecture
Jan. 31: chp. 2 discussion/video/quiz
game
Feb. 5: Test 1 over chp. 1-2
Feb. 7: chp. 3 socialization lecture
Feb. 12: geni video
Feb. 14: chp 4 social interaction
Feb. 19: chp 4 exercises/in class quiz
game
Feb 21: TEST 2 over chp. 3 and 4
Feb. 26: chp. 5 Groups
Feb. 28: chp, 7 deviance
March 5: chp. 7
March 7: Test 3 chp. 5 and 7
March 11-15 Spring Break : no classes
March 19: chp 8 social stratification
March 21: chp 8 groups/ videos/poverty
March 26: Research Paper Due***
chp 10 gender stratification
March 28: No Class Spring conference
April 2: TEST 4 chapters 8 and 10
April 4: chp 11 race/ethnicity/groups
April 9: chp 11 videos
April 11: chp. 13; Family
April 16: chp. 13 Family/in class quiz
game
April 18: TEST 5 chp 11 first of 13
April 23: chp 13 religion/videos
April 25: chp. 14 education/videos
April 30: chp. 14 health
May 2: quiz game of chp 13/14; wrap
up of semester
May 7-10 Final Exam schedule to be
announced later
Punctuality: It is extremely important that you be on time for class. Points will be deducted for being tardy or leaving early without prior permission from the instructor. Attendance is being evaluated very strictly with Pell grant funds. If you miss class it will be reported to admissions. Please contact the instructor if you have an emergency and cannot attend class. Class Participation: Your participation is very important. It will be calculated as part of
your grade. The subject matter depends on group work and your
discussion for application of the text material.
Course Ground Rules General: 1. Participation is required.
2. NO cell phones or lap tops in class. No Food.
3. Keep abreast of course announcements. Please take the
time to check for new information on the D2L page.
4. Use the assigned college or university e-mail address as
opposed to a personal e-mail address. Check your email regularly.
5. Observe course netiquette at all times; Instructor
guidelines for communication by email, discussion groups,
chat, and the use of web resources.
6. Abide by the Dyersburg State Code of Honor and
Citizenship found inside the front cover of the college
catalog.
7. Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic
dishonesty are prohibited and can result in an “F” for the
test or assignment.
8. Show respect to your fellow students and instructor through polite
responses and no profanity or rude words.
1. Remember without facial expressions some E‐mail: comments may be taken the wrong way. Be careful in wording your emails. Use of emoticons might be helpful in some cases. 2. Use standard fonts. 3. Do not send large attachments without permission. 4. Special formatting such as centering, audio messages, tables, html, etc. should be avoided unless necessary to complete an assignment or other communication. 5. Respect the privacy of other class members. 6. Always include a subject line. 7. Use your email not others. Web Resources: 1. MySocLab™
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