Deviance in US Society- SOCY 1004
Recitation Syllabus- Fall 2010
Teaching Assistant: Cristen Dalessandro, B.A.
E-Mail: Cristen.Dalessandro@Colorado.edu
Office: Ketchum 414
Office Hours: Tuesdays 12-1:50pm, Thursdays 9-11am, and by appointment
Recitations and Locations
Rec. 203- Tuesdays 11-11:50am
Rec. 208- Wednesdays 3-3:50pm
Rec. 206- Thursdays 8-8:50am
HLMS 141
ATLS 1B31
HUMN 125
Description: The purpose of the recitations is to supplement Professor Watterworth’s SOCY
1004 class. The goal of this course is to (1) explore the concept of deviance in US society as it is
understood by sociologists (2) discuss in greater depth the material covered in Professor
Watterworth’s lecture (3) help students make connections between lecture material and “real
life,” and (4) strengthen critical thinking skills.
Since this recitation works in tandem with Professor Watterworth’s lecture class, students
are responsible for completing all assignments and readings from BOTH the lecture and
recitation syllabi. Please review Professor Watterworth’s syllabus for assignments, readings,
exams, course policies, and conduct expectations.
Attendance and Participation: Attendance is required and will be taken during every class
meeting. Attendance is very important due to the low number of times our recitations meet. You
can have only two absences without penalty. More than two absences WILL result in a
lowering of your final grade. The only exception to this policy is a serious illness, death in the
family, or other major crisis supported by official documentation. Additionally, consistently
arriving late or leaving early (without my permission) will result in you losing points towards
your attendance grade, taken away at my discretion.
Since this class will be partially discussion-based, regular participation is also expected
and important. It is important to me also that you share your opinions; however, please take
caution when we discuss sensitive subject matter. Additionally, questions or comments that are
perceived by me to be either deliberately disruptive or blatantly off topic will not be tolerated.
THINK before you speak!
You will also be given in-class group work and assignments. These cannot be made up. If
you miss class, you may miss out on participation points from in-class work.
Quizzes: Throughout the semester, you will have 5 quizzes. The quizzes will be ten points a
piece and will ask general questions on the reading material that is assigned to be completed on
the day of the quiz.* Quizzes will consist of multiple choice questions. If you miss class on the
day of a quiz (WITH AN EXCUSED ABSENCE), you will have the opportunity to make up the
quiz either during the next recitation class or during my office hours. You will have one week
ONLY to do this. After a week has passed, you will receive a zero for the quiz. Also, be aware
that the make-up quizzes will consist of questions different from the original quizzes given in
class.
*The reading material for the quiz will come from the recitation syllabus, NOT Professor
Watterworth’s lecture syllabus.
Reflections: During the semester, you will be expected to complete four reflection papers. These
papers should a maximum of 500 words and can follow one of two formats. In these papers,
students must either (1) discuss one of the assigned readings, reflecting on a part of the reading
that particularly resonated, or (2) find and discuss a news article that connects to one of the
assigned readings. The best papers should demonstrate that a student has read (and understands)
the material being reflected upon. Asking one or two questions in your papers is always good,
too, because they warrant discussion! Additionally, being able to connect the readings to the
“real” world is an excellent way to earn a good grade.
Papers turned in after the class ends will be considered late. Additionally, students
discussing a news article MUST cite the article in ASA format (attaching the article is also
preferred). Additionally, if you cite someone else’s ideas, quotes, and text, you will need to cite
your sources, EVEN IF YOUR SOURCE IS THE TEXTBOOK!
PLEASE NOTE: PLAGIARISM IS TAKEN VERY SERIOUSLY AT CU. IT IS
IMPORTANT THAT YOU REVIEW HANDOUTS CONCERNING ASA FORMAT AND
PLAGIARISM BECAUSE YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR KNOWING HOW TO
PROPERLY CITE THE IDEAS AND WORDS OF OTHERS. PLAGIARISM IS A VERY
SERIOUS OFFENSE THAT CAN RESULT IN NOT ONLY FAILING THE CLASS, BUT
ALSO OTHER DISCIPLINARY ACTION FROM THE UNIVERSITY.
Grading: This recitation is worth 40% of your final grade for the entire course. The breakdown
is as follows:
1) Attendance and Participation
10%
2) Five Quizzes
10%
3) Four Reflections
20%
TOTAL
40%
**VERY IMPORANT- POLICIES**
My Policies:
1) Your recitation number (203, 208, or 206) must be written on all assignments and quizzes
to be graded.
2) If you miss a recitation class, it is your responsibility to contact your classmates and find
out what you missed. I am not one of your classmates.
3) Please no cell phones during recitation. Refusal to comply with this request will lead to
point deduction at my discretion.
4) Laptops may be used for taking notes only. If your laptop activities are found to be
distracting to other students, I reserve the right to dock you participation points.
5) In the case of inappropriate behavior, I reserve the right to ask students to leave the
classroom.
6) I won’t accept emailed assignments. Also, do NOT drop off assignments to the sociology
office or my office. They will not be graded!
7) I will not accept late work- no exceptions. Once the recitation class is over, an
assignment is considered late.
8) I will not send grades over the internet because of confidentiality.
9) I will not discuss grades before or after class. You must come to my office hours to
discuss grades.
10) Keep all graded assignments, because it is your responsibility to provide proof in the
event of a grade dispute.
University Policies:
1) You are expected to adhere to the University’s honor code.
{www.colorado.edu/academics/honorcode}
2) If you require any accommodation for disabilities, please let me know in the first two
weeks so that your learning needs may be met. You will need documentation from
Disability Services (obtained through Willard 332 [303-492-8671] and
www.colorado.edu/sacs/disabilityservices).
3) You are expected to adhere to the behavior standards listed in the Rights and
Responsibilities Regarding Standards of Conduct. The policies are listed on the site
www.colorado.edu/policies/classbehavior.html.
4) Sexual harassment will not be tolerated. Everyone has the right to a fair and safe
classroom environment. To review policies on sexual harassment, or to report an offense,
visit www.colorado.edu or call the Office of Sexual Harassment at 303-492-2127 or the
Office of Judicial Affairs at 303-492-5550.
5) If you have a conflict with exams, assignments, or attendance because of religious
observances, you must let me know no later than the second week of class so that we can
make the proper arrangements for you.
Tentative Weekly Schedule
Aug 23-27
Go over syllabus, Get student contacts
Aug 30- Sept 3
Read: General Introduction, Part I, Intro & Ch. 1-2
Sept 6-10
Read: Part I, Ch. 3-5
Sept 13-17
Read: Part II, Intro & Ch. 6-11; Quiz 1
Sept 20-24
Read: Part III, Intro & Ch. 12-14; Reflection 1
Sept 27-Oct 1
Read: Part IV, Intro & Ch. 15-17; Quiz 2
Oct 4-8
Read: Part IV, Ch. 18-20; Reflection 2
Oct 11-15
Read: Part IV, Ch. 21-22, Lecture Exam 1
Oct 18-22
Read: TBA Environmental Soc; Quiz 3
Oct 25-29
Read: TBA Environmental Soc; Reflection 3
Nov 1-5
Read: TBA Environmental Soc; Quiz 4
Nov 8-12
Read: TBA Environmental Soc, Lecture Exam 2
Nov 15-19
Read: Review Ch. 13; Ch. 24, 26; Reflection 4
Nov 22-26
FALL BREAK!
Nov 29-Dec 3
Read: Part VII, Intro & Ch. 38-41, 45; Quiz 5
Dec 6-10
Review for Final/Lecture Exam 3 (Last recitation meeting)
Dec 14
FINAL EXAM
Peer Contact List
Since you are responsible for making up missed material, please take this time to get the
contact information of a few other students from the class!
Name__________________________________________Number__________________
Email___________________________________________________________________
Name__________________________________________Number___________________
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Name__________________________________________Number___________________
Email____________________________________________________________________