Sociology

This course examines societies in general with a focus on society within the United States. The course covers the sociological perspective, global cultures, social stratification, and social movements. The course contains both a national and a global perspective, looking at how these issues impact the world’s societies. The class places an emphasis on developing the skills necessary to complete the required research paper on a topic related to the course content. The course is taught within the guidelines of the Pennsylvania Academic Standards.

Materials and resources used throughout this course may include but are not limited to the materials and resources listed here. Materials and resources used during this course are available to parents and students by using student login information on a district-issued iPad.

An Introduction to Sociology

Sociological Research

Culture

Society and Social Interaction

Socialization

Groups and Organization

Deviance, Crime, and Social Control

Media and Technology

Social Stratification in the United States

Global Inequality

Race and Ethnicity

Gender, Sex, and Sexuality

Aging and the Elderly

Marriage and Family

Religion

Education

Government and Politics

Work and the Economy

Health and Medicine

Population, Urbanization, and the Environment

Social Movements and Social Change