Introduction to Sociology

Essential Question:

How does the sociological imagination help us understand the interplay between micro and macro sociology, and how do different sociological paradigms interpret these interactions?

Portrait of a Graduate:

● Global Citizenship: By applying the sociological imagination, you learn to see the world from multiple perspectives, understanding cultural norms' impacts on individuals. Key Figures in Sociology:

● Learner’s Mindset: Studying the works of Comte, Durkheim, and Weber encourages continuous learning and a deeper respect for the evolution of ideas, fostering a mindset that values knowledge and responsibility toward intellectual heritage.

● Critical Thinking: Analyzing behaviors through different paradigms challenges you to adapt and think critically, developing resilience in understanding complex societal issues and the patience to explore multiple viewpoints.

Inquiry Question:

In what specific ways can the sociological imagination be applied to analyze the impact of cultural norms and societal expectations on individual behaviors, considering both micro and macro sociological perspectives?

2. Inquiry Question:

2. How have key figures like Auguste Comte, Emile Durkheim, and Max Weber influenced the development of sociological theories and paradigms throughout history?

3. Inquiry Question:

3. How can the three sociological paradigms—Functionalism, Conflict Theory, and Symbolic Interactionism—be applied to analyze and understand the underlying causes and implications of specific human behaviors within a society?

Student Outcomes:

1. Students will demonstrate the ability to apply the sociological imagination by critically analyzing cultural norms and societal expectations, assessing their influence on individual behavior through both micro and macro lenses by studying the differences across generations using local yearbooks.

2. Student Outcomes:

2. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of the evolution of sociological theories and paradigms by researching each figure's key contributions and influence on sociology and providing examples of their application in contemporary sociology.

3. Student Outcomes:

3. Students will effectively apply the three major sociological paradigms—Functionalism, Conflict Theory, and Symbolic Interactionism—to understand and explain the causes and implications of specific human behaviors by applying them to the lifeboat simulation and analyzing the practice of naming.

Skills Demonstrated:

Standards:

● SS:HI:12:3.1: Evaluate how individuals have developed ideas that have profoundly affected American life.
● SS:WH:12:3.2: Analyze how philosophic systems and social theories are powerful forces throughout history.
● SS:HI:12:3.4: Analyze the spread of American ideas and culture around the world using examples.

Resources:

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