Registered Students:1.Sign in, pick up a syllabus

On the wait list to add?1.Allow registered students to take seats first. Don’t take a syllabus or other papers at this time

2.Sign in

3.Add your name and e-mail address to the wait list

4.I will be able to let you know if you can add after class

• Welcome and Introductions• Syllabus and Website overview• Introduction to Sociology• What to do before the next class

Who are you?1) Tell us your name 2) Pick 2 things to share from the list below:

My goal at El Camino is to ________________.

I work as a ______at _______.

People might be surprised to know that I _________.

The best part of my day is when______.

I enjoy learning about________.

When I’m not in school I _________.

My major is____________.

I feel I am a___________(visual, auditory, or kinesthetic) learner.

I think sociology is _______________________.

• Learn about our society

• Share your opinions and learn from others

• To be able to succeed through hard work and use of

the resources provided

• Read the course syllabus in detail before

next class

• Syllabus also on course website

Class Policies: Text

8th edition/9th

Used online starting at $8 (Amazon)

Two copies on reserve in the library.

AUTHORS: Brinkerhoff/White/Ortega/Weitz

Class Policies: Text

Reading pages listed on syllabus are for 8th edition

9th edition reading pages on website under Content tab

Office hours: Mondays 10:55am-11:35am ARTB 320

If you cannot meet during those hours I am happy to make an appointment

Class Policies: Communication

Class Policies: Communication

E-mail: be sure to include the following in the subject line:

Subject: Soc 101 MW Soc 101 TTH

Soc 101 Online

*If you don’t already, composing e-mails in a professional manner is a good habit

Class Policies: Communication

Professional e-mails:

• open the e-mail with a salutation (such as “Hi Ms. Din”)

• complete sentences• Avoid all CAPITALS and ?????• avoid slang, text abbreviations• end with a closing (such as “Sincerely” or “Thank you”)

• end with your full name

  Assignments are due on the day they are listed:

Class Policies

Late assignments: 1 day late = half points possible (very next day)

Absence and Punctuality Policy: Come to classBe on timeStay for the entire class

Class Policies-Responsibility

In-class assignments cannot be made up, 10 points

4 absences = being dropped from the course

Being absent is not a valid excuse for missing an assignmentUse the syllabus and course website to check due dates

Cell Phones: silent mode, not in sight. Texting or answering your phone in class will lead to -5 points

Music devices: put away as soon as class begins

Laptops/tablets/ipads not allowed (see me if you have a special need) 

Class Policies- Distractions

  ADA: American with Disabilities Act

Written Assignments: Proof read your work.

Academic Integrity: Plagiarism will result in automatic failure of the course

Class Policies

Respect: It is essential that all students in class treat each

other with respect. Learning can only take place in a

positive environment and all students are expected to

behave accordingly.

AND HAVE

1. Sidebar conversations and interruptions during class are

unacceptable

2. Negative comments towards other students are unacceptable

3. Any talking during a test or student/guest presentation is

unacceptable

Violation of classroom policies will lead to disciplinary action.

Allow others to finish their thoughts (do not interrupt)

Raise your hand so everyone has a chance to share

Allow for a variety of opinions

Be respectful when you disagree, focus on their comment not them as a

person

Not sure what to say in class?

Do the reading and pay attention to the news: NPR 89.9, BBC World News, New

York Times online are good sources

Participation guidelines

Check your campus e-mail and the class website regularly

www.Soc2014.weebly.com

Course Website

Why study sociology? Video clip from MacEwan University

Quick Write-3 minutes

1. ANSWER ONLY ONE of the following questions. Use clear handwriting.

2. Do not write your name on the paper, some will be read aloud

What is your biggest question about this course?

What is one way you think learning about sociology might help you in life?

What is your biggest fear about this course?

What is sociology?Branches of Science

Natural Sciences Social Sciences

• Biology• Chemistry• Physics• Earth Science• Astronomy

•Sociology•Economics•Psychology•Political Science•Anthropology

What is sociology?

The systematic study of human society social groups and social interactions

1. Always introduce yourself

2. Every group member must contribute

3. Allow others to complete their thoughts, be respectful

4. Ask others for input

5. Focus and put in your best effort

-Not a time to check cell phones

-Not a time for restroom breaks

7. Listen for buzzer and when

other groups share

In a group of 5 1.Introduce yourselves2.Select a recorder 3.On a scale of 1-10, how strong is this influence in your lives?4.What are 3 ways it can be a positive influence?5.What are 3 ways it can be a negative influence?6.Would we be better off with or without this influence? Why?7.Select 1-3 people to share your ideas

(8 minutes)End discussions when you hear this sound and face the front

1. On a scale of 1-10, how strong is this influence in your lives?What are 3 ways it can be a positive influence?What are 3 ways it can be a negative influence?Would we be better off with or without this influence? Why?Select 1-3 people to share your ideas

What you had to say:

What is your biggest fear?

What is your biggest question?

What is one way you think learning about sociology might help you in life?

• Read the syllabus and visit the class website

• Complete the Syllabus and Website Contract

• Read Ch 1: pages 2-5, 11-16

• Make sure you signed the sign in sheet before leaving

• See me after class about adding

Next class: Why do we study sociology? How do sociologists think?

What is society?Society is like…

1)Society is like the human body.

Every part serves a function

2)Society is like the NFL

Everyone is in competition

3)Society is like a play.

We are all actors on a stage.

1. Make a connection

Class to self connection

“This reminds me of something that happened to me (or my friend/family member/ co-worker)…”

Class to class connection

Class to world connections (news, travels, life experience)

3 Ways to Participate

2. Agree

“I agree with Sara and I want to add…”

“I agree with Sara’s opinion, but for a different reason…”

“Another example of…is…”

Ways to Participate

3. Disagree (don’t think you’re the only one)

“I don’t think that is always the case, for example…”

“I understand Jason’s point, but I have also heard the argument…”

“I think there are some exceptions…”

“Someone on the other side of that topic might say…”

“An example of when that is not always the case might be…”

Ways to Participate

4. Ask questions

Ways to Participate

Students who succeed in this class

Come to class

Pay attention and

participate

Check syllabus and website

regularly

Use study guides and assignment

rubricsDo the reading

Internet technology -specifically

search engines

and e-mail (Google)

Internet technology -specifically

social networking

sites (Facebook,

Twitter, Instagram, Linkedin,

etc.)

Internet technology -specifically

video sharing

(YouTube)

Technology- specifically

cell phones

Advertising (billboards, tv commercials,

radio ads, magazine

ads…)

Music (lyrics, music videos,

ipods, celebrity artists…)

Television-specifically

news programmi

ng

Television-specifically

reality shows

Fashion Movies