Course Description
Sociology is the study of human society and group behavior. it is the study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior.
Life is social whenever we interact with others. Over time, patterns of interaction become embedded in the structure of society. Sociologists investigate and seek to understand the structure of groups, organizations, and societies and how people interact within these contexts. Since most human behavior is social, the subject matter of sociology ranges from the intimate family to the internet; from organized crime to religious traditions; and from the divisions of race, gender and social class to the shared beliefs of a common culture.
In this class, students will work in an interactive classroom setting while studying the origins of sociology along with the specific topics of culture, gender, deviance, social structure and related sociological phenomena. This will be a discussion-based course in which students will continue to develop their skills in reading, writing, and speaking.
In Short, Sociology is
-the study of society
• a social science involving the study of the social lives of people, groups, and societies
• The Intimate vs. the impersonal (the study of our behavior as social beings, covering everything from the analysis of short contacts between anonymous individuals on the street to the study of global social processes)
• the scientific study of social aggregations, the entities through which humans move throughout their lives’
• an overarching unification of all studies of humankind, including history, psychology, and economics
Dear Students (and Parents),
Welcome to Sociology ! This is a College Ready track course, which means that most of you are Seniors who have shown an interest in Social Science. It's important that you understand that this is a participation class. I will ask you how you feel about the things we are reading and discussing.
There is a fair amount of writing in this class. A good rule of thumb is to describe something we are learning about, and then connect something you have seen or experienced that relates to it. Once you get used to the format of writing in the discipline of Sociology, it will be easy.
You will need a one and one-half-inch binder dedicated to this class. It will be difficult to pass this class without it. I expect you to keep all assignments organized in your binder according to due dates. In other words, don't throw anything away. At the end of each marking period you will receive a test grade for your binder (if you keep your assignments and take notes it is an easy A to average into your grade). You should regularly check Google Classroom for assignments and keep a schedule to pace yourself. All assignments should be handed in on-time to receive credit. Late work will not be graded for credit.
Because of Covid19, we will rely heavily on ONLINE or HYBRID learning. That means you may not have access to your locker or will be working from home. I strongly encourage you to make a Google Folder for Sociology since Google Classroom will only hold your assignments. This way, you can store digital notes and materials and never lose them. I would also encourage the storing of passwords for online platforms or listing each of the digital resources we will be using so that you can keep track and this way we don't have to keep resetting accounts for you.
You do not ever need to bring your book to class; I keep a class set. So, binder and pen are all you need. That said, please frequently read and be familiar with your textbook. You may explore future chapters and review one’s we’ve covered already.
Finally, communication is very important to being a successful student in my class. If you are sick, have a special situation that will interfere with your work, or are feeling overwhelmed by the class, please see me privately during my office hours or email me to set up a screen chat. Self-advocating properly is a skill that will serve you well in life!
Please see your class webpage for more information.
I'm looking forward to a great year of Honors U.S. History with you!
Sincerely,
Michael Tuttle
Teacher of AP History and Sociology
Michael.tuttle@lodi.k12.nj.us
Sociology is the study of human society and group behavior. it is the study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior.
Life is social whenever we interact with others. Over time, patterns of interaction become embedded in the structure of society. Sociologists investigate and seek to understand the structure of groups, organizations, and societies and how people interact within these contexts. Since most human behavior is social, the subject matter of sociology ranges from the intimate family to the internet; from organized crime to religious traditions; and from the divisions of race, gender and social class to the shared beliefs of a common culture.
In this class, students will work in an interactive classroom setting while studying the origins of sociology along with the specific topics of culture, gender, deviance, social structure and related sociological phenomena. This will be a discussion-based course in which students will continue to develop their skills in reading, writing, and speaking.
In Short, Sociology is
-the study of society
• a social science involving the study of the social lives of people, groups, and societies
• The Intimate vs. the impersonal (the study of our behavior as social beings, covering everything from the analysis of short contacts between anonymous individuals on the street to the study of global social processes)
• the scientific study of social aggregations, the entities through which humans move throughout their lives’
• an overarching unification of all studies of humankind, including history, psychology, and economics
Dear Students (and Parents),
Welcome to Sociology ! This is a College Ready track course, which means that most of you are Seniors who have shown an interest in Social Science. It's important that you understand that this is a participation class. I will ask you how you feel about the things we are reading and discussing.
There is a fair amount of writing in this class. A good rule of thumb is to describe something we are learning about, and then connect something you have seen or experienced that relates to it. Once you get used to the format of writing in the discipline of Sociology, it will be easy.
You will need a one and one-half-inch binder dedicated to this class. It will be difficult to pass this class without it. I expect you to keep all assignments organized in your binder according to due dates. In other words, don't throw anything away. At the end of each marking period you will receive a test grade for your binder (if you keep your assignments and take notes it is an easy A to average into your grade). You should regularly check Google Classroom for assignments and keep a schedule to pace yourself. All assignments should be handed in on-time to receive credit. Late work will not be graded for credit.
Because of Covid19, we will rely heavily on ONLINE or HYBRID learning. That means you may not have access to your locker or will be working from home. I strongly encourage you to make a Google Folder for Sociology since Google Classroom will only hold your assignments. This way, you can store digital notes and materials and never lose them. I would also encourage the storing of passwords for online platforms or listing each of the digital resources we will be using so that you can keep track and this way we don't have to keep resetting accounts for you.
You do not ever need to bring your book to class; I keep a class set. So, binder and pen are all you need. That said, please frequently read and be familiar with your textbook. You may explore future chapters and review one’s we’ve covered already.
Finally, communication is very important to being a successful student in my class. If you are sick, have a special situation that will interfere with your work, or are feeling overwhelmed by the class, please see me privately during my office hours or email me to set up a screen chat. Self-advocating properly is a skill that will serve you well in life!
Please see your class webpage for more information.
I'm looking forward to a great year of Honors U.S. History with you!
Sincerely,
Michael Tuttle
Teacher of AP History and Sociology
Michael.tuttle@lodi.k12.nj.us
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-Then discuss the writers reasoning and if that reasoning is valid.
-Close with the idea that you want your reader to take away from YOUR essay.
-Then discuss the writers reasoning and if that reasoning is valid.
-Close with the idea that you want your reader to take away from YOUR essay.
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