Course Prefix/Number: SOSC 100
Course Title: Introduction to Sociology
Division: Liberal Arts
Program: Social Science
Credit Hours: Three
Initiation/Revised Date: Fall 2008
Assessment Goal per Outcome(s): 70%
CLASSIFICATION OF INSTRUCTION
Through this course students will begin to unravel the social factors underlying social phenomena. This course will introduce the student to sociological theories and concepts for evaluating human interactions and institutions. The use of multi-media techniques for gathering information, (e.g. the internet, films, and interactive software) will allow the student to apply the sociological theories and concepts to contemporary social issues.
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Schaefer, Richard T. Sociology: A Brief Introduction. 7th ed. Boston: McGraw-Hill, 2008.
Unit II: Socialization, Social Groups and Formal Organizations, and Deviance and Crime
Unit III: Stratification, Inequalities of Race, Ethnicity, and Gender
Unit IV: Social Institutions: Government, Economy, Family, Religion, Education, and Medicine
Unit V: The Human Environment and Social Change
The textbook serves as a general guide to the subject matter covered in this course. Students are encouraged to read chapters assigned in each unit. Textbook information specifically identified become class notes and are subject to testing. Chapters do not contribute equal amounts of information; therefore, students should read for content only for examination purposes.
Instruction includes a variety of approaches, including lectures, classroom and group discussions, and the use of available media and technological resources. Lecture notes in the form of PowerPoint presentations will be posted in the respective course section along with all course assignments. Additional handouts may be provided to students to clarify concepts and reinforce certain course learning objectives. Critical thinking, along with basic knowledge, will be emphasized with all approaches to learning.
Various opportunities will be provided to students to earn points and to demonstrate their understanding of the learning outcomes for this course. All materials covered in class under the supervision of the instructor and all assignments submitted by students are subject to evaluation.
Note: For additional assistance exam review sessions may be scheduled or provided prior to each unit exam.
Grades will be determined as a percentage of all possible points earned by students as follows:
Written Assignments (16 x 20 pts) 320
Group Discussions and Collaborations (5 x 20 pts) 80
Reaction Papers (4 x 25) 100
Unit Tests (6 x 50 pts) 300
Final Comprehensive Exam 100
TOTAL POSSIBLE POINTS 900
Tests are assigned on a unit basis, composed of multiple choice, short answer, fill in the blank, and brief essay questions. Arrangements for taking tests at alternate times must be initiated by the student and have permission granted by the instructor. Classroom activities will consist of guided small group discussions or individual activities.
GRADING SCALE
All assignments and tests will be scheduled throughout the course. Different approaches to learning will be exercised with the intension of giving all students the opportunity to master all 7 of the course outcomes and competencies. Students will be assessed for their acquisition of knowledge by their ability to demonstrate a basic understanding of the course material and to express themselves with critical thinking skills in the context of their study of sociology. Therefore, all written assignments, course discussions, papers, and tests will contain elements for evaluating a basic knowledge of sociological material by students as well as their acquisition of a more in-depth understanding, application, and meaning of sociology in their lives from their individual expressions of critical thinking.
Absences
that occur due to students participating in official college activities are
excused except in those cases where outside bodies, such as the State Board of
Nursing, have requirements for minimum class minutes for each student. Students
who are excused will be given reasonable opportunity to make up any missed work
or receive substitute assignments from the instructor and should not be
penalized for the absence. Proper
procedure should be followed in notifying faculty in advance of the student’s
planned participation in the event.
Ultimately it is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor
in advance of the planned absence.
Unless
students are participating in a school activity or are excused by the instructor, they are expected to attend
class. If a student’s absences exceed
one-hundred (100) minutes per credit
hour for the course or, in the case
of on-line or other non-traditional courses, the student is inactive for
one-eighth of the total course duration, the instructor has the right, but is
not required, to withdraw a student from the course. Once the student has been dropped for
excessive absences, the registrar’s office will send a letter to the student,
stating that he or she has been dropped.
A student may petition the chief academic officer for reinstatement by
submitting a letter stating valid reasons for the absences within one week of
the registrar’s notification. If the
student is reinstated into the class, the instructor and the registrar will be
notified.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
NCCC expects
every student to demonstrate ethical behavior with regard to academic
pursuits. Academic integrity in
coursework is a specific requirement.
Definitions, examples, and possible consequences for violations of
Academic Integrity, as well as the appeals process, can be found in the College
Catalog, Student Handbook, and/or Code of Student Conduct and Discipline.
CELL PHONE POLICY
Student cell phones and pagers must be turned off during class times. The instructor may approve an exception to this policy for special circumstances.
EMAIL POLICY
All class-related communication must be through your NCCC email account (P-mail). Instructions for setting up you P-mail account is found on the NCCC Webpage under “Current Students” à
“Student Email Setup.” Also, when writing an email to be sent to the instructor, use the following in the subject line: SOSC100-(Sec. No.). All students must send a certification email to the instructor within the first week of class. The email should include the student’s correct name.
Information and statements in this document are subject to change at the discretion of NCCC. Changes will be published in writing and made available to students.
NOTE: If you are a student with a disability who may need
accommodation(s) under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please notify
the Dean of Student Development,
Chanute Campus, Student Union, 620-431-2820, Ext. 213., or the
Dean, Ottawa Campus, 785-242-2607 ext 312, as soon as
possible. You will need to bring your
documentation for review in order to determine reasonable accommodations, and
then we can assist you in arranging any necessary accommodations.