I.  Bellwork: Q&A A.  Summarize the article below (6-8 sentences) From Socially Acceptable to Social Deviant Behavior Smoking Becomes ‘Deviant Behavior’ B.  Cite evidence used to support the message (statistics, examples, theories) C.    Provide your opinion on whether you agree with the message and explain why or why not. II.  Objective: Present and address […]

I.  Bellwork: Q&A What is police discretion? What are the factors that determine police discretion? Provide an example of police discretion. II.  Objective: Discuss societal issues related with the criminal justice system Integrate information from diverse sources, both primary and secondary, into a coherent understanding of an idea or event III. PSA Presentations due tomorrow […]

I.  Bellwork: Page 169 Skills Focus Q&A Page 173 Thinking Critically Q&A II.  Objectives: Identify and classify the 5 types of crime Discuss societal issues related with the criminal justice system Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information in order to address a question or solve a problem. III. Finish:  Eyes on the Prize Paragraphs […]

I.  Bellwork:  A.  Transgender Students Win on Restroom Rights Explain the controversial issue in the article. Explain how this issue relates to the “norms” of society. Write and share with a nearby student your opinion and reasoning relating to the court ruling. II.  Objectives: Analyze deviance and its social functions in terms of the civil […]

I. Bellwork: “You are judged by the company you keep.” Explain what the saying means. What social theory seems to support this statement? P166 Provide your opinion on the statement. II.  Objectives: Distinguish what qualifies as deviant behavior as well as the purpose and social function of deviance. Integrate and evaluate information presented in the […]

I.  Bellwork Q&A A.  Signs Song  SIGNS – FIVE MAN ELECTRICAL BAND What is the message in the song? What are some of the events mentioned in the song used to reinforce this message? How does the song’s message relate to norms and deviance? II.  Objectives: Support an argument for or against the death penalty […]

I.  Bellwork Questions & Answers Explain what is happening in the cartoon? What do you believe is the problem? II.  Objectives: Distinguish what qualifies as deviant behavior as well as the purpose and social function of deviance. Discuss various social theories which explain deviance by developing a stance supporting your view. Determine the meaning of […]

I   Bellwork: Identify at least 2 norms we have at school. What sanctions are associated with each norm? II  Objectives: Explore how norms are enforced through internalization and sanctions in order for society to function efficiently. Construct a brace map classifying and providing examples for the various types of norms. Determine the meaning of words […]

I,  Bellwork Page 129 Thinking Critically 1-2 Q&A II  Objectives: examine bullying in society, identify the causes and effects of bullying, and reflect upon personal experience with the issue. write a reflective summary examining the video’s impact and what you can do when III.  Classwork:  The Bully Project Full Movie Questions & Answers What was […]

I  Bellwork Page 127 Skills Focus Q&A List 3 warning statements that are associated with suicide. II.  Objectives: Examine the main challenges faced by those experiencing adolescence and the factors that influence these challenges. examine bullying in society, identify the causes and effects of bullying, and reflect upon personal experience with the issue. write a […]