Required Text: SociologyMCCD Official Course Competencies: Introduction to SociologyGLENDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE - NORTH INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY SOCIOLOGY 101 Fall 2009 Section No: 15736, Saturday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Classroom: A - 102 Professor: Ms. Barbara L. Romero, M.A.Ed. Email: [email protected] Message Phone: 602-230-4463 (leave a message) Office Hours: Virtual Availability: Best way to reach me is email Teaching Philosophy/Method: In class, we will learn with a combination of lecture, student participation, discussion and class activities. We will also view videos and films, discuss current events and have written assignments. Students are expected to read chapters prior to class to facilitate class discussions. Since lectures, readings and discussions are designed to complement one another your attendance and active participation are critical. Required Text: Sociology John J. Macionis 2008, 12th Edition Prentice HallOfficial Course Description: As described in the course catalog, this course focuses on the fundamental concepts of social organization, culture, socialization, social institutions and social change. Course material includes information which may be considered controversial and sensitive. Some of the film, readings, topics and discussions may be considered graphic, disturbing and possibly depressing. Films which may be defined as graphic by some audiences may be shown in this course. You are still responsible for the assignments connected to the course material and films even if they are considered sensitive and graphic. There are no “alternate” assignments. Every student has the same assignments to complete in this course. If this concerns you, you must speak with me. Even though social issues/problems may be negative, upsetting and disturbing at times, we will make every attempt to discuss positive aspects of social change and possible solutions which provide hope for society. Learning Outcome(s) What can the student be expected to do after this course? 1. Understand the social science research process 2. Understand the significance of research 3. Understand the sociological perspective 4. Develop a sociological imagination, in other words, critical thinking of social issues 5. Become more socially aware of the world 6. Become more interested in social activism, in other words, being involved in the global community 7. Be interested in learning more about social issues in everyday life 8. Be able to communicate ideas about social issues through writing Course Competencies We will cover the Maricopa County Community College Official Course Competencies as described below. This information was taken from the MCCCD website-Maricopa Community Colleges MCCD Official Course Competencies: Introduction to Sociology Define sociology and explain how it differs from other social sciences. (I) Explain the sociological imagination and how it operates in everyday life. (I) Describe the basic theoretical perspectives sociologists use to analyze social phenomena. (II) Name and briefly describe the importance of selected major theorists to the field of sociology. (II) List and explain the stages in a basic research design. (III) Describe and differentiate between qualitative and quantitative research methods. (III) Define the basic sociological concepts: culture, society, socialization, social structure, groups, and institutions. (IV) Class Atmosphere: Learning should be fun and involve all class members. Toward that goal, all of us will respect the following guidelines, especially important given the nature of this class.1. Self-Disclosure: Since this class involves class discussions, there will be personal exposure and some risk-taking by all participants. You control your level of self-disclosure! Do not ever feel that you must reveal any personal information. 2. Courtesy and Feedback: Everyone is entitled to opinions that are supportable and honest, and these opinions need be respected by each of us. You may question what is being said; however, at no time will you attack the person. You will have an opportunity to present your perspective 3. Electronic Courtesy: All cellular phones, pagers and other devices must be turned OFF (not put on vibrate) AND PUT AWAY during class time. If you have an emergency please let me know before the class begins. Please do not make a call or answer a call in the classroom! PLEASE DO NOT TEXT MESSAGE AT ANY TIME DURING CLASS. Use of such devices constitutes an unacceptable disruption of the learning environment. In a nutshell cell phones should be off and put away. If I see or hear your cell phone, for any reason, during class you will lose a full letter grade at the end of the semester. Repeat offenses will be treated accordingly. 4. Food and Beverages: In general, I do not mind if people bring a drink and a snack as long as it is not disruptive and student clean up after themselves. However, if food and drink in the classroom cause any problems I may revoke this policy. Lecture Format and Readings: Being in class is important in order to gain knowledge and earn the grade. Please be on time. Be on time the same way you are on time for your job. Treat this class similarly to a job. Come to every lecture. Lectures are not always taken from the readings. Lectures are taken from other academic sources in order to introduce a variety of topics and issues in the course. You cannot do well by only reading the material. You must come to lecture to learn and succeed in earning the best grade possible. Being Late: I understand, occasionally, there are circumstances beyond your control that will cause you to be late. Should you need to be late, please enter and move to your seat quietly. See me AFTER class to mark you on the attendance sheet. This is your responsibility. I will begin class on time and expect you to be present. If you have a continuing conflict that means you will be late to class (for example, job schedule/location), let me know. During the semester we will discuss any important current event issues and current research in sociology. If you come across something interesting to share, please bring it to class. For example, newspapers, magazines, cartoons, and jokes are interesting to share. Class discussion is important in this course. Your ideas and questions are greatly appreciated. It is boring to