First Day Items to Review

Welcome to class! Just make sure you have read the course syllabus that you need to begin the course and completed the following items:

Read course syllabus and take syllabus quiz as extra credit
Introduce yourself and get acquainted with your peer
Take Pre- test ungraded

Course Overview

This course is the introduction to the foundations of the scientific study of human society and social interaction, focusing on basic concepts, theories, and research.

This course has five units. We will start with sociological theory, scientific research, culture, and socialization. It will be followed by the study of society and social interactions. Then we will study theories of class and stratification as well as various forms of social stratification (gender, aging, racial and ethnic inequalities). Next, we will examine several institutions (family, religion, education, political, and economic systems). Finally, we will explore some of the most compelling social issues in contemporary society and those factors which effect social change.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to

identify and apply key sociological concepts and theories to reality.
explain research process and research methods involved in the scientific research.
analyze the relationships between individual and society.
analyze social stratification systems and different forms of social inequality.
apply sociological concepts and theories in analyzing social institutions.
examine social issues in present society and factors that contribute to social change.
Incorporate sociological knowledge and research findings into written presentations.
use information literacy assignment to improve student’s information literacy skill and writing skill (College Learning Outcome).

How to complete the course?

My goal is to provide you a quality online course so that you can take a lot away from this course. This is an online, participatory, learning-centered course in which every student is a learner and a valuable source of knowledge. I will do everything that I can to ensure that you reach your goals. Please use updated Google Chrome as your web browser.

Course Requirements: 5 chapter assignments, 5 tests, 5 class discussions
How to complete the course: Click on module link in sequential order
Due dates: See Syllabus and Calendar. Can complete work ahead of time!
Technical Support: 908-497-4364
Contact Dr. Hu: Click View Inbox on the upper right corner of the Canvas landing page

The entire course is organized into five modules. Each week of the course corresponds to a learning module that covers multiple chapters. Each module outlines module learning outcomes that are aligned with the course learning outcomes. Learning activities are designed to help students learn the course content. Assessment and Assignment tab are developed to help assess your mastery of the course content and your achievement of the expected learning outcomes.

Students are required to complete all the five modules. Please go to the Modules view to access the content and complete the course in sequential order.

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