Sociology Syllabus 2014-2015
Teacher: Chase Greenwell
Phone Contact: (270) 432-2481
Email- chase.greenwell@metcalfe.kyschools.us
Course Description: The purpose of this class is to provide students with a survey of Sociology.
Sociology is concerned with the study of humans in groups. This course focuses upon the aspects
of human behavior, the way human groups are organized and how they function and change. It
also deals with how human behavior is affected by interaction with other human beings through
the process of group living.
Textbook:
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Sociology and You
Supplies:
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2-3 inch three ring binder to hold work in
Loose Leaf paper for binder
Section dividers for binder
Pencil or pen
Units of Study:
Unit 1: Sociological Perspectives (Chapters 1-2)
 The Sociological Perspective
 Origins of Sociology
 Theoretical Perspectives
 Ethics in Research
Unit 2: Culture (Chapter 3)
 Basis of Culture
 Language and Culture
 Norms and Values
 Beliefs and Material Culture
 Cultural Diversity and Similarity
Unit 3: Socialization (Chapter 4)
 The Importance of Socialization
 Socialization and the Self
 Agents of Socialization
 Processes of Socialization
Unit 4: Social Structure and Groups (Chapters 5-6)
 Social Structure in Status and Roles
 Societies
 Groups
Unit 5: Deviance and Social Control (Chapter 7)
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Theoretical Perspectives on Deviance
Crime and Punishment
Unit 6: Social Inequalities (Chapter 8-10)
 Social Stratification
 Inequalities of Race and Ethnicity
 Inequalities of Gender and Age
Unit 7: Social Institutions (Chapter 11-15)
 Family
 Education
 Political and Economic Institutions
 Religion
 Sport
Sociology Final Test
Course Expectations:
It is expected that students enrolled in the Sociology course will:
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Attend class regularly.
Be in the classroom on time.
Be prepared for class instruction by completing homework assignments, reading
assignments, and writing assignments.
Bring the textbook, three ring binder, pencil/pen, paper, and assignments to class.
Participate in classroom discussion.
Treat all students and the teacher with respect.
Not use or have their cell phones out.
Punishment can include but not limited to:
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Extra time after class
Verbal warning
Parent contact
Written referral
Grading:
Each assignment will be given a point value based on the type of assignment. Each grade can be
determined by dividing the total points earned by the total
points possible.
Grading Scale:
100% - 90% = A
 Daily/ Homework 10%
89% - 80% = B
 Quizzes and Projects 20%
79% - 70% = C
 Final 20%
69% - 60% = D
 Proficiency Measures and Tests 50%
59% - 0% = F
Proficiency Measures and Tests will account for a majority of the student’s grade in the class.
There will also be homework grades, in class grades, participation grades, and quiz grades given
throughout the year. Students will also keep an interactive notebook (three ring binder). In this
notebook, students will keep class notes, handouts, quizzes, daily writing assignments, and
various other activity assignments. This will help to engage students in the class and help them
to organize their materials.
Attendance:
Attendance is essential for success in this class. School policy will be followed. If the student is
absent, make-up work is your responsibility and is to be completed on his/her own time. The
students are expected to be here for the day the test is scheduled. However, if the student knows
he/she will be absent, make arrangements to take the test early, otherwise, tests will be taken
upon return. Long-term absences will be handled individually by the instructor and the student
involved.
***The teacher reserves the right to alter the syllabus at any time throughout the year***