SOCY 1010 - Introduction to Sociology

Academic Division:

Liberal Arts

Academic Discipline:

Sociology

Assistant Dean: Steve Haynes PhD

3 Credit(s)
Introduction to the theoretical foundations and methods used to gather, interpret, and evaluate data in sociology. Insight into how society is organized by focusing on the structure and function of social institutions, the impact of culture and socialization on individuals and groups, and systems of stratification among various racial and ethnic, social class, gender and sexuality groups. Please note outcomes are written to OBR standards using OBR language. Ohio Articulation Number OSS021. This course meets the requirements for OTM in Social and Behavioral Science TMSBS. UG OSS021

3 Lecture Hour(s);

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Differentiate the sociological perspective, the theoretical foundations (Functionalism, Conflict, and Symbolic Interactionism), and the contributions of major theorists to the development of these perspectives.	Class activities, writing assignments, and/or exams – Regularly throughout the semester; particularly during the beginning of the term.
2. Assess the ways in which sociologists gather, interpret, and evaluate data, including both quantitative and qualitative methodologies.	Writing assignments and exams – Regularly throughout the semester
3. Analyze the components of culture and socialization and their impact on shaping human behavior and worldview.	Class activities, writing assignments, and/or exams – Regularly throughout the semester; particularly during the first half of the term.
4. Define the elements of social structure and the organization of society	Writing assignments and exams – Regularly throughout the semester particularly toward the middle of the term.
5. Identify the major theories of crime, deviance, and systems of social control.	Class activities, writing assignments, and/or exams – Regularly throughout the semester; particularly during the second half of the term.
6. Interpret systems of stratification in the United States and globally, including racial stratification, social class, sexuality and gender stratification.	Written assignments and exams – Regularly throughout the semester; particularly during the second half of the term.
7. Examine the major social institutions, such as marriage and the family, religion, politics, the economy, health care, and/or education.	Class activities, writing assignments, and/or exams – Regularly throughout the semester; particularly toward the end of the term.
8. Recognize the terminology related to population, urbanization, the environment, aging, war/terrorism, and major theories of social change.	Writing assignments and exams – Regularly throughout the semester; particularly toward the end of the term.
9. Core Knowledge: Students will be able to explain the primary terminology, concepts, and findings of Sociology.	Regularly throughout the term by writing assignments, course assignments, and/or exams. Research paper at the end of the term.
10. Theory: Students will be able to explain the primary theoretical approaches using in Sociology.	Regularly throughout the term as new theories and theory application examples are explored. Assessed through writing assignments, course assignments, and/or exams. Research paper at the end of the term.
11. Methodology: Students will be able to explain the primary quantitative and qualitative research methods used in Sociology.	Research overview information assessed through exam questions at the beginning of the term. Throughout the course, research aspects are noted for theory examination. Subsequent research aspects may be assessed through writing assignments and/or exams.
12. Values: Students will be able to explain the primary ethical issues raised by the practice and findings of Sociology.	Ethical components related to Sociology research examples are explored at the beginning of the term and assessed through exams and/or course assignments. Subsequent course concepts and research examples further explore and applies ethics. Assessment of these ethical aspects is done through writing assignments, course activities, and/or exams.
13. Evidence: Students will be able to explain the range of relevant information sources in Sociology.	Through research exploration at the beginning of the term and subsequent course content and examples throughout the course. Assessed through writing assignments, course assignments, and/or exams.

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

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