LINK TO TEXTBOOK: https://openstax.org/books/introduction-sociology-2e/pages/1-introduction-to-sociology
Chapter 15
Discuss how the social institution of the religion intersects with other social institutions in our society. In other words, how has religion shaped any other institution such as the family, politics, education, etc.
Give examples of the consequences of this intersection from both the macro and micro level.
Chapter 16
Read and/or listen to the NPR story about education and money at this Link (https://www.npr.org/2016/04/18/474256366/why-americas-schools-have-a-money-problem)Links to an external site.
What is the main argument of this piece?
Is this piece an example of a social conflict or functionalist view of education?
What is your personal response to this piece? Do you have any personal experiences that connect with this story?
Chapter 17
Which perspective best describes our political institution here in the US: structural functionalism (pluralism) or social conflict (power elite)?
Be sure to explain your choice and give at least one specific example that supports your position.
Chapter 18
Although the US is primarily a capitalist nation, our economy also reflects elements of socialism.
Give an example of a socialist element of our economy. Be sure to explain how your example reflects socialism.
Would you say that the amount of socialism in our economy is just right, not enough or too much? Explain your position.
Watch the video https://youtu.be/8-fwdc3OSaU and answer the following questions:
Who was responsible for this tragedy?
What were some of the consequences for work and labor in the US as a result of this tragedy?
What’s your personal response to what happened?
Chapter 19
What is your reaction to the content of the videos about food deserts? Are you surprised? Do you have any personal experiences that connect?
Apply one of the three major theoretical perspectives to the content of the video. How would a sociologist understand food deserts?
Chapter 21
Name a current or historical social movement and describe
It’s ideological commitment to promote or resist social change
The cultural codes it challenges
What, if any, social changes do you forsee happening as a result of the last presidential election?
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