B EFORE C LASS R EAD YOUR NOTES FROM LAST CLASS , T URN IN INDEX CARD : 1) Write your full name on it, Soc 101 MW 7:45 or 9:30 2) E-mail address 3) Major 4) Current job and/or career goal 5) Something you want me know about you: interests, how to pronounce your name, nickname, learning need, something you are going through, anything I should know 6) Try to add any info that will help me remember your name 7) Small picture taped to the other side (picture should not be on the same side

as your name) Turn into folder “If there is any one secret of success, it lies in the ability to get the other person's point of view and see things from his angle as well as your own.” – Henry Ford (Founder of Ford Motor Company)

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ODAY Grades in this class Review sociological imagination 3 major theories What is society?

Advantage Walk Review Due next week

Grading

Grading Class work 3 tests 7 Assignments 1 Paper

Final Test (not cumulative) Total Points Possible- 165 Classwork policy: in class activities are worth 10 points Cannot be made up if missed.

G RADED WORK • • • • • Will be passed back in folders Last names A-L or M-Z Keep all graded work Keep track of your grade Syllabus and Website contract = 4 points possible

If you earned 4/4 = Great If you did not = put more effort into future work

Extra Credit

Extra credit assignments range between 1-4 points each Opportunities will be posted on the website

6 points maximum possible *additional points can be earned in class

Can raise a B+ to an A but not a B- to an A Don’t rely on the extra credit

S OCIOLOGICAL S OCIOLOGICAL I MAGINATION / P ERSPECTIVE  Ability to see the many ways society

influences our thoughts and actions

U SE YOUR SOCIOLOGICAL IMAGINATION

Explain the behavior from and individual perspective and a sociological perspective Joey dropped out of high school Individual Perspective Focus on someone’s personal characteristics or experiences Sociological Perspective Focus on influences bigger than one person (location, culture, peers, family, government, religion, media…)

Which is the best predictor of your chances of success in school?

 A) your gender  B) social class/economic status of your parents  C) your race/ethnicity  D) your work ethic/level of responsibility  E) the difficulty level of your major

Chances of success in school based on parents’ socioeconomic status

Jack and Jill are of equal intelligence, work ethic, grades in high school, preparation

Jack

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Parents earn $200,000/year combined

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Goes to school full time

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Internship at local business 2 hours a week

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Car

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iPhone

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Own bedroom

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Laptop, internet, printer Jill

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Parents earn $30,000/year combined

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Goes to school full time

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Works at restaurant 20 hours a week

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Bus

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Payphone

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Shares room with 2 siblings

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library

3 ways of looking at society

3 ways of looking at society

Functionalist

Review 3 Major Theories

Conflict Theorist Symbolic Interactionist Jobs people/

institutions perform. How society functions. How is something helpful or hurtful in society?

Inequality . Looks for groups that might be taking advantage of other groups.

Scarce resources.

Haves vs Have Nots Influence of social groups, labels, and meanings of symbols

Who would say it? Read the statements, write down who would say each about environmental problems.

a. Functionalist b. Conflict Theorist c. Symbolic Interactionist 1. Plastic water bottle use was once considered the norm in the U.S., but is now considered by some to be wasteful.

Environmental problems must be identified and defined by people to be problems. 2. It is beneficial for some groups to mass produce clothing in a factory, though the pollution may be harmful to other groups who live near that factory.

Environmental conditions become social problems when groups disagree over environmental policies 3. Water pollution is a problem when it prevents ships from delivering goods to a particular port.

Environmental problems are social problems when they cause social disorganization.

(Sullivan, 2006; 342)

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RITICAL DISTANCE

 Look at a topic in the most objective way possible  Analyze an issue without judging others

What would they say? Focus on one theory. What might the theory say or ask about the topic of

teenage pregnancy?

Functionalist Conflict Theorist Symbolic Interactionist Jobs people/

institutions perform. How society functions. How is something helpful or hurtful in society?

Inequality . Looks for groups that might be taking advantage of other groups.

Scarce resources.

Haves vs Have Nots Influence of social groups, labels, and meanings of symbols

Computer

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Team 1

 Lee Jun  Cortez Lizette  Orozco Dorian  Anguiano Roberto  Pyon Francis 

Team 2

 Torres Guadalupe  Lopez Jesse  Gonzalez Alfredo  Morgan Taylor  Ortiz Julian 

Team 3

 Robles Emily  Molina Ruby  Ume Kelechi  Algutria Jessica  Middleton Maria

Front of class 7:45

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Team 4

 Iniestra Jeanette  Ceballos Amalia  Perez Melina  Dizon May Ann  Grant Taylor 

Team 5

 Palma Anthony  Njokom Eric  Hedde Connor  Martinez Cynthia  Morimoto Ashley 

Team 6

 Santos Jenell  Jackson Myles  Elce-Stellino Delainey  Reynoso Sandra  De Leon Laura 

Team 7

 Hernandez Randall  Dudley Tyra  Rodriguez Vanessa  Nichols Alison  Flores Bryna

Back of class

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Door Team 10

 Blanco Grecia  Akimoto David   

Team 9

 Barck Kelly  Lopez Mario  Torres Loida  Rasmussen Christopher Ceja Arthur Dinh Ngoc 

Team 8

 Valencia Vanessa  Rocio Sanjuana  Rodriguez Melissa  Magdamit Mary Ann 

Team 11

 Ramirez Ruby  Rios Christian  Peterson Blunshae  Gutierrez Linda

Computer

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Team 1

 Jovel Jose  Labayen Lexandre  Woghiren Jaide  Hernandez Alex  Grijalva Miguel 

Team 2

 Sibrian Denisse  Valcarcel Christian  Meza Horacio  Cohron Karessa  Quintana Daniel 

Team 3

 Valdespino Dominic  Calderon Tania  Engel Drew  Yepez-Mon Luis  Ceja Aime

Front of class 9:30

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Team 4

 Da Silva Rogerio  Aleem Alveena  Messarina Fiorella  Taitt Devon  Galda Robert 

Team 5

 Quilloy Justine N  Nones Krystal  Ramos Hillary  Kim Jong Woo  Canchola Xitlalic 

Team 6

 Ayon Yosimara  Duvall Gibson  Sandoval Yvonne  Kim Namhee  Lopez Jocelyn 

Team 7

 Salas Javier  Ulloa Erika  Ramos Kimberly  Kuo Shan Ju  Granados Miguel

Door

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Team 10

 Moreno Rosangelica  Ambriz Bailey  Perera Ayal  Curran Sara 

Team 8

 Villalva Thomas  Ornelas Ruby  Medina Richard  Boloran Reis  Pham Elaine 

Team 11

 Grant Ajah  Meyer Marianne  Yap Reagan  Dike Brandy 

Team 9

 Cheloha Cori  Colbert Dylan  Cardenas Kristine  Perkins Toiya

Back of class

G ROUP A CTIVITY E XPECTATIONS

1. Introduce yourself 2. Every group member must contribute 3. Allow others to complete their thoughts, be respectful 4. Ask others for input -Not a time to check cell phones -Not a time for restroom breaks 7. Stop when you hear buzzer, face front 8. Listen when other groups share

Work in a group. Focus on one theory. What might the theory say or ask about the topic of

teenage pregnancy?

Functionalist Conflict Theorist Symbolic Interactionist Jobs people/

institutions perform. How society functions. How is something helpful or hurtful in society?

Inequality . Looks for groups that might be taking advantage of other groups.

Scarce resources.

Haves vs Have Nots Influence of social groups, labels, and meanings of symbols

Society

Long standing community

nation or other large grouping share locations and ideas of right and wrong

AND HAVE

Social Structure

Reoccurring patterns of group relationships In other words: how things are done

how society is set up AND HAVE

R OLES

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Positions in society with certain expectations Student Employee Sibling Parent Child

Ways to study society

Macro sociology:

analyzing large scale social structures

Micro sociology:

Analyzing face-to-face, small group interaction

AND HAVE

Ways to study society

Macro sociology:

analyzing large scale social structures

Micro sociology:

Analyzing face-to-face, small group interaction

AND HAVE

W HAT DO SOCIOLOGISTS DO ?

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Sociologists in Colleges and Universities ◦

professors, researchers 

◦ Sociologists in Government

government research, evaluation 

◦ Sociologists in Business

market research, human resources 

Sociologists in Non-Profit Organizations ◦

researchers, activists, counselors 

Sociologists Serving the Public ◦

public officials

S OCIAL LOCATION

• • • • • • • How would your life be different if you were born in: place time period of a different race gender economic status religion and had a different type of education?

S OCIAL L OCATION - A DVANTAGE W ALK

The purpose of this exercise is to provide understanding of the intricacies of social location in American society .

-15 -14 -13 -12 -11 -10 -9 -4 7 -3 8 -2 9 -1 10 0 11 1 12 2 13 -8 3 -7 4 14 15 -6 5 -5 6

Think of your childhood (ages 0-13)

1. If one or more of your parents has a bachelor’s degree, take one step forward.

2. If one or more of your parents has a master’s or doctorate degree, take one step forward.

3. If you were raised in an area where there was visible prostitution, drugs, or gang activity, take one step back.

4. If you, a sibling, or a parent, grew up with a long-term serious illness, take one step back.

5. If you felt safe at your school as a child, take one step forward.

6. If you were ever called names or harassed because of your race, class, gender, religion, culture, or sexual orientation, take one step back.

7. If you were ever ashamed or embarrassed of your clothes, home, or car, take one step back.

8. If you studied the culture of your ancestors in elementary school, take one step forward.

9. If you started school in the U.S. not understanding English, take one step back.

10. If there were more than 50 books in your house when you grew up, take one step forward.

11. If you ever had to skip a meal or were hungry growing up because there was not enough money, take one step back.

12. If you were taken to art galleries, museums, or plays by your parents as a child, take one step forward.

13. If one of your parents was laid off, unemployed (not by choice), or otherwise struggling financially, take one step back.

14. If your family did not have to worry about health coverage, take one step forward.

15. If you experienced the loss of a loved one, take one step back.

16. If your parents ever told you that you are beautiful, smart, or capable, take one step forward.

17. If you feel you were ever denied employment because of race, class, ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation, take one step back.

18. If you were encouraged by your teachers or parents to attend college, take one step forward.

19. If you were raised in a single-parent household, take one step back.

20. If your family owned the house that you grew up in, take one step forward.

21. If you grew up with a special learning need or different physical ability, take one step back. 22. If you feel your K-12 education was overall of high quality, take one step forward. 23. If you spent time in foster care or homeless as a child, take one step backward. 24. If you grew up with parents who were free of any substance addictions, take one step forward.

25. If you feel you were ever stopped or questioned by the police because of your race, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation, take one step back.

26. If you had a parent in the criminal justice system, take one step back.

27. If you felt unsafe at home, take one step back.

28. If your parents did not grow up in the United States, take one step back.

29. If your parents told you that you could be anything you wanted to be, take one step forward.

30. If you see people of your race widely represented in a positive manner in the media, take one step forward.

S OCIAL L OCATION - A DVANTAGE W ALK R EFLECTION -15 -14 -13 -12 -11 -10 -9 -4 7 -3 8 -2 9 -1 10 0 11 1 12 2 13 -8 3 -7 4 14 15 -6 5 -5 6

Advantage Walk Reflection

1. What number did you land on? (Be sure to make positive or negative clear) 2. What is your reaction to this? 3. What number do you think most of the other students in our class landed on? 4. What are 2 of the most important advantages you feel you have in life?

5. What are 2 of the most significant obstacles?

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RTICLES ON WEBSITE Soc2015.weebly.com

A SSIGNMENTS Due next class: Read article on website

Cultural Relativism

Due in 1 week:

Read Ch 2: p 33-44 (p 32-43. for 9

th edition)

A#3: Bring in a cultural artifact (any item that has meaning to you, not just ethnic culture) *Cannot be a picture, be prepared to talk about it Race/ethnicity/nationality Language Gender Socio-economic status Age Sports Religion Political ideology Interests/hobbies Experiences

Technology and Social Interaction Do you think you are addicted to technology?

Why or why not?

What are sociologists interested in today?

How technology impacts society: • Clown on Campus • Multi-tasking, counting passes :50

What is society?

3 major theories in sociology

Society is like… 1) the human body. Every part serves a function

Structural functionalism

2) the NFL. Everyone is in competition

Conflict Theory

3) like a High School. We are labeled and influenced by others

Symbolic Interactionsim

Students who succeed in this class Come to class Check syllabus and website regularly Pay attention and participate Read Use study guides ad assignment scoring rubrics

The time to improve your grade is now Don’t be this guy at the end of the semester But I really needed an A to transfer to CSUDH/UCLA /USC…etc.

Can’t I turn in some extra credit?

But I really need to pass to stay eligible for basketball/ football/ track…etc.

I have a lot going on.

I didn’t know that I wasn’t passing.

Class Policies: Respect

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AND HAVE Sidebar conversations and interruptions during class are unacceptable

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Do not use cell phones during class = -5 points Violation of classroom policies will lead to disciplinary action.

1. Make a connection 3 Ways to Participate Class to self connection “This reminds me of something that happened to me (or my friend/family member/ co-worker)…” Class to class connection (psych, polisci, hist, anth, econ…) Class to world connections (news, travels, life experience)

Ways to Participate 2. Agree “I agree with Sara and I want to add…” “I agree with Sara’s opinion, but for a different reason…” “Another example of…is…”

Ways to Participate 3. Disagree (don’t think you’re the only one) “I don’t think that is always the case, for example…” “I understand Jason’s point, but I have also heard the argument…” “I think there are some exceptions…” “Someone on the other side of that topic might say…” “An example of when that is not always the case might be…”

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Allow others to finish their thoughts before adding yours (do not interrupt)

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Be respectful when you disagree, focus on their comment not them as a person

4. Ask questions Ways to Participate

Structural Functionalist

Review

Conflict Theorist Symbolic Interactionist

Remember, this theory is concerned with jobs people perform and how society functions as well as what the functional or dysfunctional aspects of the topic are.

Remember, this theory is concerned with inequality and looks for groups that might be taking advantage of other groups Remember, this theory is concerned with the influence of

social groups, labels,

and meanings of

symbols

Digital Nation

Do you think you are addicted to technology?

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/digitalnation/view/