I.   Bellwork Page 31 Q&A 18, 19 & 20 II.   Objectives: Examine the different ways that reality is constructed (by media, institutions, individuals, ideals) and the various ways that various people approach their reality(-ies). Construct relationships between the video and describe through reflection how our perspectives of society our relations and roles within society are […]

I.  Bellwork: Page 26 – Thinking Critically Q&A Page 27 – What ethical issues do sociological researchers face? II.  Objectives: Conduct research projects to answer a question or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. Form groups define roles […]

I.   Bellwork A.   Read over the basic research methods and their related techniques on pages 24-26. Which research method and technique do you believe provides more accurate results?  Explain your answer II.  Objectives: Examine the different ways that reality is constructed (by media, institutions, individuals, ideals) and the various ways that various people approach their reality(-ies). Construct relationships […]

I.  Bellwork A.  Questions & Answers  How do sociologists uncover causation and correlation? P22-23 What is the difference between independent variables and dependent variables? P23 II.  Objectives: Review fundamental sociological concepts and theories Develop and test a group research project hypothesis. III.  Discussion A.  Kahoot Review B.  Review Research Project Rubric:    Research Project Rubric Things you […]

I.  Bellwork: Q&A What is spurious correlation? Provide an example. II.  Objectives: Form groups to conduct a sociological study using the research process. Evaluate various explanations for actions or events and determine which explanation best accords with textual evidence, acknowledging where the text leaves matters uncertain. III.  Classwork A.  Class Activity Conducting Interviews p. 24 […]

I.  Bellwork A.  Page S13 in the front (Q&A) What is the first step in developing a hypothesis? How does Step #4 differ from step #1? Explain what happens in step #5? II.  Objectives: Examine the different ways that reality is constructed (by media, institutions, individuals, ideals) and the various ways that various people approach […]

I.  Bellwork What was the most difficult part of creating your skit? How would you describe the contributions by your group members? Be specific. II.  Objectives: Present and analyze presentations which demonstrate the application of the main sociological theories. Critic and write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen […]

I.  Bellwork Q&A Explain the manifest function on joining the Key Club. Explain the latent function of joining Key Club. II.  Objectives: Identify and explain the steps in the research process. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text III. Skits due Wednesday IV.  SSR: Read pages 20-27 (15 […]

I.  Bellwork: Q&A Neither the life of an individual nor the history of a society can be understood without understanding both. – C. Wright Mills A.  Discuss the quote with someone B.  On your paper Explain what the quote means. Explain if you agree or disagree. How does this relate to the concept of Verstehen? […]

I.  Bellwork California high school drops controversial Arab mascot Video Do you believe that Coachella Valley High School’s use of “Arabs” as a mascot is offensive? Explain why or why not. Explain the counterargument to your response. If the school changes the mascot name to “Mighty Arabs” is it offensive? Explain why or why not. […]