Category: Sociology

  • Possible Psychological Explanations for Mr. X’s Prejudice: 1. Social Learning Theory: According to Gordon Allport, prejudice can be learned through the process of socialization. Mr. X may have been exposed to prejudiced attitudes and

    read the script from Gordon Allport in  the section titled 3.1 Distinguish between Psychological and Sociological explanation on page 50 of the textbook.
    (a) In 100 words or more, write about  two possible psychological explanations for Mr. X’s prejudice.
    (b) in 100 words or more, write about two possible sociological explanations for Mr. X’s prejudice.
    Do not copy and paste your response in the text/submission box. Upload your response as a .doc or .pdf document. Any other format will receive zero points.
    In your response ensure that you reference and cite the textbook (include the page number also. If using the online version of the textbook, an example of your page number would be indcated as 3.2.1 Ethnophaulisms). Responses are graded on thoroughness, the application and comprehension of the material from the text.

  • “Exploring Key Concepts and Findings in 5 Assigned Readings Before the Midterm” 1. “The Power of Habit” by Charles Duhigg In “The Power of Habit,” Charles Duhigg explores the science behind

    Choose 5 readings that were assigned in this course before the Midterm. Provide an in-depth summary of each of these five readings. This is a professional writing assignment, I expect that you will explain the thesis and findings of each reading, that you will include your own analysis of that reading, but that you will provide specific citations and examples from each piece to back up your claims. You will be sure that your writing is clear and professional. You will use proper citations throughout that include (Author, page number) every time you discuss the specifics from the readings. You MAY choose to summarize the textbook chapters…but these are often difficult to summarize. Each summary should be 1-2 solid, single spaced paragraphs 
    I attahcted the 5 reading I chose for the assignment 

  • “Exploring Key Debates in Social Policy: A Critical Analysis of UK Policies and Comparative Data”

    SLSP2650 – Key Debates
    You are asked to prepare a submission of 4,000 words reflecting your learning and
    research throughout the module. You should demonstrate a scholarly knowledge of
    the main debates, and apply this to social policy in the UK using selected examples
    from policy process and comparative data. The work should be based on your
    personal research and critical reflection on the evidence 

  • “Exploring the Impact of Media on Society: A Sociological Perspective”

    The sources can be obtained from magazines, newspapers, books, scholarly journals, and the internet.  Proper citations and a reference page will be required. Use the book “Sociology The Essentials tenth edition by Marget L. Anderson, and Howard Taylor” as one of the sources. 

  • Title: Understanding the Political Opportunity Theory of Social Movements: Limitations and Significance

    Describe the political opportunity theory of social movements. Identify its limitations and highlight its     significance in the study of social movements.
    PLEASE: **Use 2-4 in-text citations from the following book:**
    **Use 4-5 sentences per paragraph**
    Reference/Citation using: Sociology in Our Times: The Essentials
    Diana Kendall, 2018
    Cengage
    ISBN.13: 978-1-337-10965-9
    Please review attatched writing evaluation form and rubric for completion.

  • “Exploring Key Debates in Social Policy: A Critical Analysis of UK Policies and Comparative Data”

    SLSP2650 – Key Debates
    You are asked to prepare a submission of 4,000 words reflecting your learning and
    research throughout the module. You should demonstrate a scholarly knowledge of
    the main debates, and apply this to social policy in the UK using selected examples
    from policy process and comparative data. The work should be based on your
    personal research and critical reflection on the evidence. 

  • “Unemployment: A Personal Problem and a Public Issue” Question 1: When viewed as a personal problem, unemployment refers to the experience of an individual being without a job and struggling to find employment. This can lead to financial strain, feelings of

    Part II-Writing Assessment- This assessment will require you to compare unemployment as a personal problem and a public issue, and evaluate how solutions to the problem might differ, allowing you to see how society can shape your individual life. You will also compare and contrast two major theoretical perspectives regarding their view of unemployment, to better understand how to look at situations from different points of view.
    As you should realize from your readings, issues can be either personal or public. You will need to explain how unemployment is looked at as a personal issue and how it would be explained when looked at as a public issue. In addition, explain how the solutions for unemployment differ depending upon which way it is viewed. How would a functionalist view unemployment in regards to the functioning of societies? Also, how would a social-conflict theorist view unemployment in relation to society? This writing assessment has multiple questions that must be addressed, so make sure you get them all. Each question will require about 1 paragraph to answer. In addition,
    This assessment must:
    1. Fully address each question listed below by typing directly into the text box provided (no attachments please). You can copy/paste into it.
    2. Use college appropriate spelling, grammar, and sentence structure (in other words, please proofread your submission)
    3. You must use at least 6 sociologically specific terms within the assessment
    Please look at the rubric for this assignment to make sure you are meeting all criteria and understand how it will be graded.
    To complete this part of the competency you will fully answer the following 5 questions:
    Question 1: Explain, in paragraph format, how you would explain unemployment when viewed as a personal problem. What does this mean? Provide an analytical solution to the personal problem of unemployment. This answer should be typed, edited for proper grammar, spelling, capitalization and punctuation, and a minimum of 50 words and contain at least 5 sentences. You should also incorporate sociological terminology learned throughout Module 1.
    Question 2: Explain, in paragraph format, how you would explain unemployment when viewed as a public issue. What does this mean? Provide an analytical solution to the public issue of unemployment. Who would provide this solution? This answer should be typed, edited for proper grammar, spelling, capitalization and punctuation, and a minimum of 50 words and contain at least 5 sentences. You should also incorporate sociological terminology learned throughout Module 1.
    Question 3: Apply Functionalism to the issue of unemployment. How would a Functionalist view this issue in relation to society? Why? Provide details and explanation. This answer should be typed, edited for proper grammar, spelling, capitalization and punctuation, and a minimum of 50 words and contain at least 5 sentences. You should also incorporate sociological terminology learned throughout Module 1.
    Question 4: Apply Conflict Theory to the issue of unemployment. How would a Conflict Theorist view this issue in relation to society? Why? Provide details and explanation. This answer should be typed, edited for proper grammar, spelling, capitalization and punctuation, and a minimum of 50 words and contain at least 5 sentences. You should also incorporate sociological terminology learned throughout Module 1.
    Question 5: List at least 6 sociological terms you appropriately used in the previous 4 questions.

  • Title: Analyzing the Impact of Social Media on Society

    Thorough instructions are on the attached file. You will answer 2 questions in total … question 1 or 2 AND question 3. Each 2 answers should be answered with a minimum of 4 paragraphs 10 sentences each paragraph. Required text are listed if they can’t be accessed you can send me a message. 

  • “Exploring Homogamy and Heterogamy: Choosing a Dating Service as a Christian Single”

    Think back over your past romantic relationships. Do you have a “type”? Or have you been involved with many different kinds of people? Homogamy is the tendency for people to form relationships with others with whom they share certain social characteristics. Heterogamy is the tendency to choose a romantic partner who is dissimilar to oneself.
    Do you look for common ground, or do you believe opposites attract?You are a white, middle-class, 27-year-old male who lives in a small town. You have a Bachelor’s degree and are a high school social studies teacher. You are a devout Christian. You are single and have never been married. You’ve found it difficult to meet new people in the course of daily life.A friend has encouraged you to try a dating website. After some hesitation, you decide to give online dating a try. Your first task is to choose a dating service.Which dating service do you choose?
    Christian Singles
    Love Connections
    Because my faith is so important to me, I would like to limit my dating pool to other Christians.
    Who understands the mysterious ways of love? I choose Love Connections because it includes all kinds of people. I might fall in love with anyone.

  • “Creating Positive Change: Addressing Challenges and Realizing Benefits in Societal Interventions”

    Write a 2-3 page (750-1,000 words) paper in which you:
    Describe 2-3 changes (economic, social, political, legal, et cetera) that could possibly improve the situation.
    Describe the interventions in those examples that have been attempted to rectify the issue.
    Analyze 2-3 benefits (economic, social, political, legal, et cetera) that could be realized following the changes.
    Explain how the changes could resolve the challenges and benefit the groups involved.
    Describe 2-3 challenges (economic, social, political, legal, et cetera) to implementing or maintaining the changes.
    You don’t have to agree with all challenges; just understand that they are possible.
    Analyze one of the more significant challenges in more detail.
    Describe the argument against the change.
    Describe a defense of the change, in spite of problems.
    Use five or more credible, relevant, and reliable references in addition to the textbook.
    Three sources can be the same as the ones used in the first part of your article or report. The others must be new sources.