for the 3 textbook terms the book is gender ideas, interactions, institutions by Lisa wade
u need approximately 250 words. and for the film u can do ready player one it’s one of my favorites
Category: Sociology
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“Exploring Gender Concepts in ‘Gender Ideas, Interactions, Institutions’ and ‘Ready Player One’” Gender is a complex and multifaceted concept that has been studied and analyzed from various perspectives. In the textbook “Gender Ideas, Inter
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The Sociological Imagination: Exploring the Intersections of Personal Experience and Social History “My Sociological Autobiography: Understanding My Life Through a Sociological Lens” “Making Sense of My Life through Sociological Perspectives: A Personal Reflection”
For this assignment, you will analyze your lived experiences by applying the sociological imagination. Your task will be to place aspects of your life within social context. This will require an in-depth examination of how both time and place have been influential in shaping your life. The goal is to make a connection between your biography (personal experience) and social history (larger movements and patterns in society).
Here are some important details:
Page Requirements: Papers should be at least5 full pages, not including the title and Works Cited page. Please make it double-spaced, use 12 font, and have 1” margins.
Subheadings: Please organize your paper according to the four sections below, and use subheadings to clearly label each section. Your subheadings can be titled exactly as the sections are titled. For example, section one can be titled “Section 1: Society and Culture” and section two should be titled “Section 2: Social Inequalities,” and so forth.
Concepts: Throughout the paper, you will be applying theoretical perspectives, concepts, and theories from the book. Please put these theoretical perspectives, concepts, and theories in bold text like this the first time you mention them. You only need to do this the first time, not every time you use them.
Strive for an A grade: I’m hoping you’re all aiming for an A+ so here are some tips! Wherever the directions say “at least,” it means that you may go beyond this if you are striving for a high A grade.
In-text Citations: You will need to cite the book within your paragraphs to show where you are getting the explanations/definitions of the concepts you’re discussing. Either MLA or APA format will be fine for your in-text citations. You should use the author’s last name and page/section number. It should look something like this at the end of your sentences (Henslin 35). If you are citing the mini lecture videos, you can use my last name with the name of the video, and the year. It can look like this (Jovel Mini Lecture Video: Culture, 2022).
* I highly recommend watching my mini-lecture videos. I give you questions to help you with the paper.
Works Cited or Reference Page: You should have a Works Cited or Reference page at the end of your paper that includes the textbook and class lectures you used. Since you shouldn’t be using any other source besides the textbook and lectures, that means this is all you need in your Works Cited/Reference page at the end of your paper. Below is the MLA format of the textbook that you may copy and paste into your Works Cited/Reference page at the end of your paper, as well as the format to use for the class lectures.
Henslin, J. M. Essentials of Sociology: A Down to Earth Approach 13th Ed. Boston: Pearson, 2019.
Jovel, Jennifer. “Include Mini Lecture Video Title Here.” Sociology 101, Include Semester and Year Here, Ohlone College, Lecture.
Plagiarism and AI: Papers will be turned in on Canvas which uses Turn-It-In to check for plagiarism. All papers will be checked for plagiarism in order to be graded. I urge you not to post your paper or look-up other papers online. Websites that market themselves as “study resources” contribute to plagiarism which is considered academic dishonesty . It simply is not worth using ANY outside resources, including AI tools that generate text, for assistance or “inspiration.” All you need is the textbook and lecture notes. This paper is not worth jeopardizing your integrity and academic future. I am more than happy to help you if you feel stuck or overwhelmed. I truly believe you already have what it takes to write a good paper. Don’t hesitate to reach out to me if you feel like you need more guidance. I’m here for you!
Writing Support: Ohlone College offers free English tutoring both in-person at the English Learning Center (room 3509 Fremont campus) and also online (via Canvas through TechConnectZoom). They can help read over your paper and strengthen your writing. You can also get writing support through NetTutor (24/7 online tutoring via Canvas). You can easily join the online tutoring by using the NetTutor link on our Canvas menu bar.
Example Paper: Here is an example paper to help you. The format may be a bit different since it’s an older paper from an in-person class, but it will give you a good idea of what a Sociological Autobiography looks like.
Here are the sections you will need to include in your paper:
Introduction
Provide an overview of who you are, including your social location, historical, and/or cultural factors influential in shaping your experiences. Also introduce the major sociological topics you will be analyzing in your paper. Remember, this section does not need a subheading.
Section 1: Society and Culture
Decide on at least 1 sociological topic you want to focus on from part 1 of the class. The topics covered in part 1 include culture, socialization, social structure and social interactions, groups and organizations, and deviance. For the topic(s) you cover, you will want to:
Discuss events from your life that are related to the sociological topic(s) you have chosen. For example, if you choose culture, you will provide a description of the culture you grew up in and/or the culture you are currently exposed to.
Apply specific sociological terms, concepts, and/or theories related to your lived experiences. For example, if you are examining culture, you will want to apply concepts such as symbolic culture and material culture and give a breakdown of each in your discussion. Remember, you must use sociological language. Be sure to reference the textbook and provide explanations of the concepts you are discussing (cite the book). The use of sociological terms is necessary for making your work different than the typical autobiography. Although I’m sure your life is very interesting, I do not want your life story without the use of the sociological imagination.
Section 2: Social Inequalities
Decide on at least 1 form of social inequality you want to focus on from part 2 of the class. The topics covered in part 2 include global stratification, social class, race and ethnicity, gender, and age. For the topic(s) you cover, you will want to:
Discuss events from your life that are related to the sociological topic(s) you have chosen. Examine the impact that your social location has had on your experiences.
Apply specific sociological terms, concepts, and/or theories related to your lived experiences. Remember, you must use sociological language. Be sure to reference the textbook and/or class notes and provide explanations of the concepts you are discussing (cite the book). The use of sociological terms is necessary for making your work different than the typical autobiography. Although I’m sure your life is very interesting, I do not want your life story without the use of the sociological imagination.
Section 3: Social Institutions
Decide on at least 1 social institution you want to focus on from part 3 of the class. The topics covered in part 3 include family, education, religion, and the economy. For the topic(s) you cover, you will want to:
Discuss events from your life that are related to the sociological topic(s) you have chosen. For example, if you choose education as one of your major topics, you will provide a description of your own personal experiences related to education and the significant educational events that have occurred in your life.
Provide a comparison of your experience within this institution to the experiences that those from other groups, societies, or social locations. In other words, examine the impact that your social location has had on your experiences within this social institution.
Apply specific sociological terms, concepts, and/or theories related to your lived experiences. Remember, you must use sociological language. Be sure to reference the textbook and provide explanations of the concepts you are discussing (cite the book). For example, if you are analyzing the topic of education you may examine the significance of labeling theory, and apply concepts like tracking and the hidden curriculum. The use of sociological terms is necessary for making your work different than the typical autobiography.
Section 4: Theoretical Perspectives
Describe which theoretical perspective(s) most guided your analysis in this paper. Explain if symbolic interactionism, functionalism, and/or conflict theory is most helpful to you when you examine your life experiences. Be sure to reference the book when providing a description of the perspective(s) (cite the book), and provide and explanation of how/why this perspective(s) was useful when examining your life experiences.
Conclusion
Discuss how the personal events in your life are connected to larger social forces from the past or present. For example, how are your personal experiences as a college student connected to the current state of higher education and the economy in our state/country? How are your own personal experiences connected to the experiences of others? Your conclusion should provide a reflection of the insight you have gained from this assignment. -
M14. Computer Discussion: Navigating Outsourcing in the Global Business Landscape M7. Sociology Discussion: Embracing Gender Diversity in a Changing Society
*THESE ARE TWO DIFFERENT DISCUSSIONS. EACH HAS ITS OWN INSTRUCTIONS. 3138 WORDS EACH RESPONSE.
M14. computer Discussion: Working in Enterprise
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In our globalized economy, outsourcing has emerged as a strategic tool for businesses seeking to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and focus on core competencies. This practice, while offering numerous benefits, also comes with its challenges and considerations, affecting industries and workforce dynamics worldwide. As future professionals navigating a rapidly evolving business landscape, understanding the nuances of outsourcing is essential.
Consider a scenario where a company is faced with the decision to either develop a new service or product in-house or outsource its development to a specialized external provider. This decision is not taken lightly, as it involves weighing the potential for cost savings and access to global expertise against the risks of reduced control and possible quality issues. The choice between keeping work in-house or outsourcing can significantly impact the company’s operations, employee morale, and customer satisfaction.
Your Task for This Discussion:
Reasons for Outsourcing: Initiate the discussion by considering the various reasons a company might choose to outsource certain functions. These can range from cost reduction, focusing on core business functions, accessing specialized skills, or even expanding into new markets.
Advantages and Disadvantages: Dive deeper into the benefits and drawbacks of outsourcing. Discuss how outsourcing can lead to efficiency gains and cost savings but also consider the potential downsides, such as dependency on suppliers, loss of control over certain functions, and the impact on company culture and employee morale.
Future Implications: Lastly, contemplate the future of outsourcing in your chosen field. With the advent of new technologies and changing global dynamics, how might outsourcing practices evolve? Discuss potential trends, opportunities, and challenges that might arise from these changes.
M7. sociology Discussion: Exploring Global Perspectives on Gender
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Discussion Topic
Overview:
Delving into sex, gender, and sexuality, this module explored the societal constructs shaping human lives. Students gained insights into the biological and social aspects of sex, gender identity, expression, and sexual orientation. The module addressed discrimination against the LGBT community, gender disparities, and the need for feminist advocacy to foster inclusivity and respect.
Module Learning Objectives:
Identify the societal change of males and females in the United States (CLO1, CLO2, CLO6).
Examine the factors leading to changing gender norms (CLO2, CLO3).
Reflect on the social change occurring today and possible outcomes of this change (CLO1, CLO6).
Instructions:
Introduction:
The United States, like many Western societies, typically adheres to a binary understanding of gender, recognizing two distinct categories: male and female. This binary model aligns with assigned sex at birth, emphasizing biological differences between males and females. However, it’s crucial to note that societal attitudes and definitions of gender are evolving, with increased recognition of gender as a spectrum rather than a binary. This evolution includes acknowledging non-binary, genderqueer, and other identities beyond the traditional male and female categories. As societal perspectives continue to progress, discussions around gender encompass a broader and more inclusive range of identities and expressions. -
Title: Sociological Analysis of a Film about Family
Read!!! I don’t care what sociological film is picked as long as is appropriate to complete this assignment.
The writing assignments in this course are considered formal writing – this means I expect you to do all of the following: write with purpose. Each sentence should contribute to your overall writing. Additionally, you should use the same glossary of terms that the readings’ authors use; do not make up your own descriptors or tell the reader, “Basically…” Your tone should be literal and formal, using proper English spelling and grammar. Do not use clichés, text speak (e.g. ROFL), emoji, non-text characters, or non-scholarly sources. You should write in paragraphs which are organized to fit together.
All essays must use ASA formatting for in-text citations and reference lists and be free of spelling and grammatical errors. Your assignment should be typed, double-spaced, and in 12-point font. Each essay should be between 1000-1300 (4-6 pages) words in length, with one-inch margins on all sides and page numbers. Please do not vary your font, font size, spacing, or punctuation in an effort to overcome the length requirement, as this is readily apparent to your instructor.
Film Analysis
In 4-6 pages, write a paper analyzing a film of your choosing. The film needs to address sociological questions about the family (you may browse ahead for other chapters in the textbook). For this assignment, you will need to include the following components:
Provide a brief written summary/synopsis of the film.
Do you agree/disagree with “your” film? Apply as many theories as you need to support your arguments in a sociological context.
Is “your” film portraying the U.S. (or other countries) family (culture, beliefs, traditions, values, etc.)?
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“Unraveling the Threads of Social Forces: A Sociological Memoir of an Asian American Experience”
Many of us like to think that we are the authors of our own lives, that we are independent, autonomous actors who determine our own fate. For this assignment, you will challenge this way of thinking by writing a chapter of your own sociological memoir. You will draw from personal experience during a period of your life, with two goals:
1) You should correctly identify and describe the impact of social forces relevant to the personal experience(s) you narrate. This includes the impact of social institutions (e.g. family, education, religion), social constructions (e.g. gender, race, ability), and social norms.
2) You should reflect on how your personal experience being Asian American reveals something about the social world that you might otherwise not have seen. What does your experience teach you about gender, race, and the social construction of mental health? What does your experience with a chronically ill parent teach you about family, age, and ableism? What does your experience with political or religious disagreement with family or friends teach you about community and inclusion/exclusion? What does your experience struggling in school teach you about class, race, and education?
Some guidelines:
You might select a very specific period in your life (or even just one day), or you might focus on a broader period of time. Neither approach is inherently better. Your memoir should examine your life through a sociological lens. This means explaining your life beyond your individual agency or the agency of your parents, siblings, teachers, friends, mentors. In other words, your memoir should be less about the choices you make (or that your family makes) and more about correctly identifying and describing the social forces that have constrained and defined these choices and shaped your life. At the same time, be wary of generalizing beyond your experience. Don’t make broad statements about all of society, but rather focus on the world(s) you grew up in. You should continually ask yourself how you know whether something is individual or social. Don’t write about society as if it were a person, e.g. “Society tells us…” or “Society makes us…” Instead, identify specific actors, e.g. “The advertisements and television shows I watched as a middle schooler all celebrated a specific kind of female body type. At my school, these norms were also in place, and girls who followed these norms were rewarded in particular ways, while girls who did not follow them were punished in particular ways.
In brainstorming, you might challenge yourself to consider social forces that you don’t typically assign importance to because of privilege you may exercise. For example, white people sometimes don’t appreciate the importance of race, able-bodied people don’t appreciate the importance of ability, etc.
This is not a research paper, and you do not need to find or use any outside sources (though you can use a few if you find it helpful, including things we’ve read in class). Your memoir should still have a clear argument; you should try to convince your reader of your sociological Interpretation and analysis.
The paper should be clearly organized with an introduction (and thesis statement) and conclusion. Be aware of and intentional about the “flow” of your writing. Avold a year-by- year breakdown of your life. It should be very clear how each piece of the memoir fits into your larger argument.
Some choose to write about their life in the first half of the paper, and then analyze it in the second half. Others prefer to integrate story with analysis throughout. Do whatever you think works best for your argument. Neither approach is inherently better.
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Title: “The Evolution of the State-Parent-Child Relationship in US History: Perspectives from Different Groups”
How has the relationship between the state, parents, and child(ren) shifted throughout
United States history? How has this dynamic been experienced by different groups in different
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“The Evolution of Technology: A Comparison of Generational Impact on My Family’s Lives”
Discuss how technology brought about change in your grandparents’/parents’ lives, comparing it to your life now.
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Title: The Impact of Autocratic Personality on Democratic Institutions
Analytic Essay. You need to write an analytic essay on autocratic, democratic, or technocratic personality, institution, or culture.
Topic: Focus on one issue in your essay. There are obviously nine possible issues to choose for your essay: Autocratic personality, democratic personality, technocratic personality; autocratic institution, democratic institution, technocratic institution; autocratic culture, democratic culture, technocratic culture.
Source: Read From Autocracy to Democracy to Technocracy: An Evolution of Human Polity(https://www.cambridgescholars.com/from-autocracy-to-democracy-to-technocracy). If you write on autocratic personality, you should read Part II completely so you can develop your ideas on it for a good essay. If you write on democratic institutions, you need to read Part III carefully. If you write on technocratic culture, you must read Part IV thoroughly.
Required Elements: Your essay must tackle these essential elements. For example, if you write on technocratic personality, you need to address (1) what automatic personality is, its main characteristics and behavioral symptoms; (2) what social factors and forces lie under autocratic personality; (3) how autocratic personality molds political leaders, influences common citizens, and shapes social atmospheres; and (4) how autocratic personality might penetrate in democracy and even technocracy while dominating autocracy.
Length: You may write your analytic essay for as long as you like. The minimum is 10 pages.
Format: Font: Times New Roman; Point: 12; Spacing: Double; Margin: one inch on each side.
Submission: You need to submit your analytic essay through Turnitin at our class site on Canvas. Essays showing a similarity rate of 15% or higher will be penalized with a deduction of 1.5 or higher points. For example, an essay identified by Turnitin as having a similarity rate of 21% will automatically lose 2.1 points. Essays showing a similarity rate of 50% or higher will be subject to the double penalties provided by the class policy on plagiarism: (a) you lose all 14 points partitioned to the essay assignment; and (b) you are penalized with a deduction of another 14 points from your earned total score. -
“Exploring the Impact of Social Media on Body Image: A Sociological Perspective” Slide 1: Title Slide – Title: “Exploring the Impact of Social Media on Body Image: A Sociological Perspective” – Presenter’s Name –
The final presentation will combine information from all the project reports, including the research design, literature review, data collection, and data analysis.
You will work to compile information from the reports into a single power point presentation that overviews the project and connects the different sections together. This will involve not only organizing the reports into slides but also editing slides so that they align together into a single cohesive presentation.
The final presentation needs to include the following sections. Each section should include 1-3 slides based on need:
Introduction- brief summary of the paper, including major parts and reasoning for the paper’s importance.
Overview of the Project- Summary of the project, including why it is important, why the class decided to do the project, and the main research questions.
Literature Review- Summary of the relevant sociological literature related to the paper topic and how it connects to the research project
Methods- Summary of the research methods used to collect data, including a description of who did what and how as well as why these choices were made.
Data Analysis/Findings- Summary of the major themes or results found in the data.
Conclusion- Discussion of how the findings from the data connect to the existing literature and what can be learned from the project.
Reference Page- List of references cited in the presentation.
Here is a power point template for the presentation. I encourage you to use this template to guide your construction: Presentation Template
When creating the presentation be sure to
Include an introduction and conclusion slide that summarizes your arguments.
Feel free to write/speak from the first person “I”. (“I studied…” or “I found that that…”)
Utilize bullet points and headings to organize points and data
Use examples from the data collected, including quotes and images.
Be sure to cite all sources in-text and in a single reference slide. You should include a reference page and in-text citations using the American Sociological Association (ASA) format to cite all sources properly. See the following links for additional information on ASA formatting:
OK SO IT DOES HAVE TO BE MORE THAN 5 SLIDES AND THE TEMPLATE IS ATTACHED BUT I HAVE ALSO ATTACHED THE OTHER PROJECTS PARTS THAT ARE COMPLETED FROM THIS PROJECT TO GUIDE YOU… ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS PRETTY MUCH TAKE THE INFORMATION FROM WHAT I PROVIDED AND PUT IT ON POWERPOINT SLIDES so with that being said I dont want to overpay I felt like the 30 dollar range was enough.
AGAIN I have also added a Presentation template -
“Analyzing Access to Sexuality Education: A Sociological Perspective”
Students will write an essay applying sociological theories to the study of a specific social issue. Select a social issue and analyze it from two different theoretical perspectives. When writing a research paper, it is important to communicate your findings without plagiarizing. It is also important to reflect on your findings through your writing.
For this assignment, I chose access to education. More specifically, access to sex education, which I like to refer to as sexuality education. I can also provide some background information regarding this. The gist is to find two theories you would like to use to analyze the social issue (access to sex education or the lack thereof) selected.
I will include an introduction to the topic of sexuality education. Also, a textbook for reference to some sociological theories.