Memos should be about 750 words. They cannot be more than 1200 words. They should do three main things. (1) Succinctly summarize the main points of each reading (approximately 90% of the memo word count), (2) briefly discuss the relevance of the readings for society today, for instance by incorporating news or current events (approximately 7.5% of the memo word count), and (3) at the […]

Review the following three terms below. Please give one example of each: Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination. Then explain in your own words if you have ever experienced any form of stereotyping, prejudice or discrimination. Note; race and ethnicity are sensitive areas to discuss so please be careful with your words and show each of your classmates respect as outlined in the student handbook. Stereotypes are […]

“Some Things to Talk About” that should be discussed before marriage (or even a committed cohabitating relationship). Study the list. It still amazes me how many people get married and doesn’t discuss the most basic of things, instead they assume their partner thinks or believes a certain way. For the most part, there are no right or wrong answers — just different. (if the answer […]

part 1 (250 words) There are Four Roles of Social Activism: 1- Citizen: Promotes positive national values, principles, and symbols, eg democracy, freedom, justice, nonviolence 2- Reformer: Uses official mainstream system and institutions, eg courts, legislature, city hall, and corporations to get the movement’s goals, values, and alternatives adopted into official laws, policies, and conventional wisdom 3- Rebel: Protester – Says NO! to violations of […]

Chapter 7:Love and Romantic Relationships Watch HISTORY OF IDEAS: DATING https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ob14PcHtazQ You will need to refer to the handout on “Family Terms”. In the first paragraph, write a brief summary of the film focusing on the question “How has dating evolved over time?” (Please do not use judgmental types of statements like “I am glad I wasn’t born back then” or “That’s crazy”). Think about […]

Chapter 2 1. In Chapter 2, describe the scene [Scene 1] that introduces the chapter. In your opinion, why may Garrison and Arun use psychology to challenge Mila’s focus on sociology? [Q1: 24-25] 2.Initially, what rebuttal does Mila offer to Arun regarding the significance of sociology versus psychology, particularly during a single lifetime? [Q2: 25] 3. Which theory and concept is Mila referring to when […]

1) Go to https://www.cnn.com/ 2) Choose any article to read (except an opinion article) that was first published between March 6, 2023 and March 17, 2023. 3) Provide a summary of the article in two paragraphs. 4) Read Chapter 1 in the textbook, Our Social World. You can also use the following free online textbook if you do not have that textbook: https://openstax.org/books/introduction-sociology-3e/pages/1-introduction 5) Explain […]

As we expect more from technology, do we expect less from each other? Sherry Turkle studies how our devices and online personas redefine human connection and communication –and asks us to think deeply about the new kinds of connections we want to have. – Dr. Sherry Turkle operationalizes (i.e., names) the variable of “Connected, but alone”; what is the name of the effect/variable she identifies? […]

Case: Cummings v. Premier Rehab Keller, P.L.L.C. Jane Cummings has been deaf since birth and is legally blind. In 2016, she contacted Premier Rehab Keller to treat her chronic back pain and requested that Premier provide an ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter. Premier refused and told her she could communicate with her therapist using written notes, lipreading, gesturing, or provide her own ASL interpreter. Cummings […]

Submit a 3-4 page paper demonstrating an understanding of each of the three sociological theories (symbolic interaction therory, conflict theory, and functionalist theory) described in the learning resources. Utilize the Written Assignment Rubric to guide you as you develop your paper. Analyze the following social issue from the lens of each theory and respond to the following: Social Issue: An individual who is homeless sits […]