Instructor: Lawanda Brown

Email: Brownl1@lamarpa.edu

Phone: 409-984-6185

Office Hours: TR: 1pm-2pm

Additional Contact Information: Appointments are scheduled via CONEXED.

The scientific study of human society, including ways in which groups, social institutions, and individuals affect each other. Causes of social stability and social change are explored through the application of various theoretical perspectives, key concepts, and related research methods of sociology. Analysis of social issues in their institutional context may include topics such as social stratification, gender, race/ethnicity, and deviance.

• Introduction to Sociology, 3e. Openstax, Rice University (a free textbook)
• Download at:  https://openstax.org/details/books/introduction-sociology-3e.                           
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• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 978-1-711493-98-5; Paperback: ISBN-13: 978-1-711493-97-8

Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

A desire to learn.

• Compare and contrast the basic theoretical perspectives of sociology.
• Identify the various methodological approaches to the collection and analysis of data in sociology.
• Describe key concepts in sociology.
• Describe the empirical findings of various subfields of sociology.
• Explain the complex links between individual experiences and broader institutional forces.

Class topics are discussed in Modules. Each module assignment will only cover subjects in major. Remember, a syllabus serves as a guideline to the course and some changes may be required. 

Module 1

Chapter 1: An Introduction to Sociology

Chapter 2: Sociological Research

Chapter 3: Culture

Chapter 4: Society and Social Interaction

           Assignment 1 (25pts)

           Exam 1- Sept. 14th

 LABOR DAY, SEPT. 7th

Module 2

Chapter 5: Socialization

Chapter 6: Groups and Organizations

Chapter 7: Deviance, Crime, and Social Control

Chapter 8: Media and Technology

Assignment 2 (25pts )

           Exam 2 - Oct. 14th

Module 3

Chapter 9: Social Stratification in the United States

Chapter 10: Global Inequality

Chapter 13: Aging and the Elderly

 Assignment 3 (25pts): checking for Understanding

      Exam 3 – Nov. 9th

Group Research Assignment Due: Nov. 16th week.

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY NO SCHOOL NOV. 23th & 27th

Module 4

Chapter 14: Relationships, Marriage, and Family

Chapter 15: Religion

Chapter 16: Education

Assignment 4 (25pts): 

Module 5 (Group Lead)

Chapter 17: Government

Chapter 18: Work and the Economy

Chapter 19: Health and Medicine

Chapter 20: Population, Urbanization, and the Environment

Chapter 21: Social Movement and Social Change

           Assignment: (Group Module: 50pts Assignment)

  Final Exam – Dec. 9th @ 8:05 am.

All test and assignments are major and determines your final grade. 

December 9th @ 8:05am

540-600=A

480-539=B

420-479=C

360-419=D

359-Below=F

4 Assignments (100pts)

2 Pop Quizzes/Assignments (25pts each)

4 Exams (400pts)

1 Group Research Assignment (50pts)

600 Possible Points = 67% Exams and 33% Assignments

• Please show respect to the learning environment. 
• Restrain from any cell phone use including the viewing of the assigned textbook.
• Your Chrome Book must be charged and ready for use.
• Charging your Chrome Book in class is prohibited.
• No late assignments are accepted. 
• There are no make-up exams without prior notification of absence. 
• If you will be absent on the day an assignment is due, you must email your completed assignment to me the day or night before the due date
• All group members must participate in group assignments. Group members are randomly selected.

• Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Please make ever efforts to be on time and attend regularly. 

Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.

Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Accessibility Services Coordinator, Room 119, in the Ruby Fuller Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.

No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.

This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.

As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.

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If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.