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WELCOME TO INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY! You are about to embark on a journey into the fascinating world of sociology. You will apply your knowledge and participate in online interactive unit exercises for each of the 14 online units of this course. Your textbook reading has been matched to the the content of the 14 online units. COURSE DESCRIPTION This is an introduction to sociology course designed for sociology and non-sociology majors. Prerequisite: Developmental Reading/> 00093 or English as a Second Language (ESOL) 0044 or have met the Texas/> Success Initiative (TSI) standard in Reading/>/> and Writing. This course is a sociological study of social behavior processes and structures, emphasizing diversity and commonality among human beings. Topics are examined through several sociological perspectives, encouraging critical thinking and personal responsibility about social issues. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Approval Number: 4511015125 This course is designed for students desiring to enroll in online instruction. The combination of self-paced learning materials with a highly qualified instructor provides an effective, flexible, and convenient educational opportunity for busy students and professionals. Basic sociological concepts and principles will be the primary focus of the course. Practical applications for sociology will be included through unit online exercises and workbook exercises. See specific unit objects under "assignments" for details. REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS - Textbook: Henslin, James M., Essentials of Sociology, A Down-to-Earth Approach. 9th Edition. ISBN: 9780205763122. INTELLECTUAL COMPETENCIES: 1. Reading - the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of printed material at the college level. 2. Writing - the ability to produce clear, correct and coherent prose adapted to purpose, occasion and audience - at a college level. 3. Critical Thinking - think and analyze at a critical level. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES: 1. To examine social institutions and processes across a range of historical periods, social structures, and cultures. 2. To use and critique alternative explanatory systems or theories.3. To recognize and assume one's responsibility as a citizen in a democratic society by learning to think for oneself, by engaging in public discourse, and by obtaining information through the news media and other appropriate information sources about politics and public policy. 4. To identify and understand differences and commonalities within diverse cultures. LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Demonstrate cross-cultural and global awareness. (IC:3,2; EO:4) 2. Discuss the development of sociology as a discipline. (IC:1,3; EO:1,2,4) 3. Explain how the elements of social structure--including status/role, social groups, communities and societies--affect the individual. (IC:1,2; EO:1,2,4) 4. Show how social stratification, ethnicity, sex and gender affect the individual. 5. Illustrate how the socialization process affects the individual. (IC:1,2,3; O:1,2,3,4) 6. Demonstrate an ability to distinguish personal troubles from public issues (sociological imagination). (IC:3; EO:1,4) 7. Demonstrate an ability to think critically about social issues. (IC:3;EO:1,2,3,4) 8. Demonstrate through writing, the ability to think critically. (IC:2,3: EO:2,3) 9. Demonstrate the ability to interpret sociological data. (IC:1,3; EO:2,3) 10. Demonstrate the ability to apply sociological concepts to one' s life. (IC:2; EO:2) 11. Explain how social institutions, technology change. (IC: 1,3: EO:1) For specific unit objectives for each of the 14 units, see the corresponding unit menu. You have specific unit objectives for the textbook, unit exercises, web activites, and exploration activities; each of the unit objectives relates back to a learning outcome for that unit. Each writing activity is connected to unit learning outcomes. YOUR INSTRU CTOR The instructor acts as a course facilitator rather than a classroom teacher. Students, therefore, assume the responsibility of learning course content through readings in the textbook and completing interactive online and web activities. In addition the instructor is available to you for any help you need as your progress through the course. You may contact me via telephone (972-860-7160; M, W. F 9AM - 10AM and TR 11AM - 12PM), snail mail (Eastfield College, 3737 Motley, Mesquite, TX 75150, FAX - 972-860-8319, or Email - [email protected] . For more information see the "Staff Information" button to the left of your course. I am in my office every day at the college and usually respond to email messages within 24 hours.All assignments that are submitted are reviewed and points are posted in the online gradebook usually within 2 days of submission (not counting weekends or holidays). If you submit work and do not see the points recorded in the online gradebook within a couple days, send me an email to inquire about your work. At the end of the semester, students can access course grades through http://econnect.dcccd.edu. I am not allowed to send out grades via email or telephone.  While the Discussion Board is intended for your use in exchanging information with your classmates, I will sometimes join the conversation or respond to a question if I can help clarify a situation. If I plan to attend a conference or be away from my office and my computer for more than a day, I will post an announcement so you will be informed. Make sure you check there to see if there is a reason your points being recorded in the online gradebook have been delayed. REQUIRED TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS Students must have a computer with access to Internet, an email address as well as the following software and hardware to connect to Dallas TeleCollege: - 56K modem or better - DSL, Broadband or Cable connection to the Internet. Dial-Ups are not recommended. - Latest version of the more popular Browsers available. (i.e.: Netscape, Internet Explorer) Due to some incompatabilities encountered with other browsers, Internet Explorer is the recommended choice for best functionality and interaction with your course. STUDENT E-MAIL: Legal privacy issues prevent your instructor from discussing your work or your grades on commercial e-mail accounts. If you have a question about your grade, you must open a student e-mail account. The account is free. You may set it up by going to http://www.dcccd.edu and click on Student Services, Online


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