For this assignment you will write a brief paper on what sociology is. Specifically, as a result of taking this course how would you describe sociology to someone who has never taken a sociology class. You will need to incorporate specific concepts and ideas that would support your explanation and understanding of the discipline.
Paper Specifics:
Paragraph 1: Introduction AND you will need to first give a description of what sociology is to you based on being in this class.
Paragraph 2-4: Next, you will choose THREE main concepts that you feel best describes the goals of sociology. Some examples could be social forces, culture, power, social structure, inequality/stratification or the sociological imagination. You may choose other main theories and/or ideas.
In a separate paragraph for each chosen concepts, you will need to describe your three chosen concepts and provide analysis as to why they are essential to the discipline. If you need more paragraphs for each concept that is fine, but you should have a minimum of 3 topical paragraphs.
Make sure you reference your text and/or lecture to support your theories and claims within the paper: proper citations are a must!
Paragraph 5: You will need a nice conclusion paragraph to wrap things up.
Other requirements:
If you are using terms or concepts from the lecture or text make sure you provide proper citations (preferably ASA but APA is acceptable).
Have a works cited or bibliography
All essays must be typed, double spaced, and 12 pt font.
You will need to integrate additional terms, concepts, data, and theories to explain your chosen concepts.
All use of concepts, terms and definitions should be in bold.
Papers should be 4-5 pages in length
Note: You may write in the first person for this assignment (“I”).
Grading
Will be based on your adherence to the requirements (points will be deducted for not following the specific instructions stated above), your ability to discuss and explain each issue, your analysis and overall understanding of sociology and chosen concepts.
