Welcome To Our BSS Class This is a College Course and your work will be rigorous yet interesting Syllabus Textbook Readings Presentations Assignments Terms
On the Big Paper With your group Define Sociology Brainstorm everything that encompasses Sociology
Your ideas
Sociology Definition - The systematic study of human society and social interaction.
A society is a large social grouping that shares the same geographical territory and is subject to the same political authority and dominant cultural expectations.
Sociological Imagination The ability to see the relationship between individual experiences and the larger society. Private v. Public Issues
Stereotypes
How do we explain Life’s Issues?
Gender Roles
Data
Respect Cultural Differences
How does the Media Affect Our Society?
Theory
Homework One Bring in any type of advertisement that reflects American culture. Write a one page essay : Double spaced With a critical sociological lens : How does this ad portray America Society? Discuss women, gender roles, marketing, reasons for the ad, capitalism, point of view, whose being targeted, male perception, Your analysis : Is this a TRUE perception of American lifestyle?