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Game Plan for Today:• Correct seat• Personal Profile Information• Syllabus:
– Signature due Tuesday• Missed and Late Work procedures• Note-taking guides• Pretest – How much do you already know about
Sociology?• Begin introduction to Sociology
Journal Entry #1Copy AND AnswerAugust 27, 2012
Monday
1. What is the definition of Sociology?* Pg. 4 in textbook OR syllabus may help
2. What is the importance of learning Sociology?
3. What would you like to learn in this class?
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Review Questions• 1. When is tutoring available for Sociology?• 2. What is the policy for late homework
assignments?• 3. Where can I find the previous day’s
assignments?• 4. In your own words, what would you consider a
“society” to be?
Agenda: Course Prospectus slips, School Society, Chapter 1.1 Schpill, Other Social Sciences
Objectives:
• Describe what sociology is and explain what it means to have a sociological imagination.
• Explain how sociology is similar to and different from other social sciences.
Society
• so·ci·e·ty• people in general thought of as living
together in organized communities with shared laws, traditions, and values
• the people of a particular country, area, time, etc., thought of especially as an organized community
~Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Before we begin…
After reading the official definition of
sociology… WHY do you think sociology is important??
The science that studies human society and social behavior.
Few important definitions:
• Sociology:– Social science that studies human society and social
behavior.
• Social sciences:– Disciplines that study human social behavior or
institutions and functions of human society in a scientific manner.
• Social interaction:– How people react to one another and influence each
other’s behavior.
SOCIAL...OLOGY
• Sociologists focus on the group rather than individuals by examining social phenomena:– Observable facts or events that involve
human society.
The Sociological Perspective:
• A viewing of the behavior of groups in a systematic way.
• Allows you to see beyond your own day-to-day life by viewing the world through other’s eyes.
• Can look beyond commonly held beliefs to the hidden meanings behind human actions.
Sociological Imagination:
Ability to see the connection between the larger world and our personal lives.
(Term developed by C. Wright Mills)
Quick Activity:Complete on note-taking guide
Create your OWN example of sociological imagination. (Quick sketch)
• Psychology:– Science that deals with the behavior and
thinking of organisms.– Includes personality, perception, motivation,
and learning.
– Social Psychology:• The study of how the social environment affects an
individual’s behavior and personality.
• Economics:– Study of the choices people make in an effort
to satisfy their needs and wants.
– The processes of which goods and services are produced, distributed, and consumed.
• Political Science:– Study of the organization and operation of
governments.
• History:– Study of past events.
Comparing Sociology and other Social Sciences:
• Similar:– Examines the relations between society and
culture.
• Different:– Sociology focuses on groups rather than
individuals.
What might a sociologist find interesting about this image? How might this view differ from other social
scientists?
What would be your concern?• You will be assigned a social science and topic. Develop at least 3 questions that
your discipline would address according to your topic.GROUP #1:• Crime:
– Sociology – History
GROUP #2:• Crime:
– Psychology– Economics
GROUP #3:• Family Relationships:
– Sociology– Anthropology
GROUP #4:• Family Relationships:
– Psychology– Economics
GROUP #5:• Education:
– Sociology– History– Political Science/Gov’t
Focus and Review #2August 28, 2012
COPY AND ANSWER
• How many Unit/Topic/Themes are there in Sociology?
• Indicate the “Chapter” for Unit V.• What is the “Benchmark” for Unit VI?• Which unit interests you the most AND why?
-------------------------------------------------------------------• Syllabus signed???• Place note-taking guide 1:1 on your desk