SOC 204 Sociology of Everyday Life is an introductory course for all college students (it is a required course for some specific majors). This course covers the main sociological concepts and theories. It is an intro course, so even though the number is 204 it can be seen as a 101.Â
Included in this course are an instructor guide and course map, as well as weekly overviews, discussion prompts, assignments, and group projects. The course readings include an open textbook for each topic, along with other openly licensed materials.
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Creator: Curated and Designed by Olga Custer (Western Oregon University)
Published: Sept 29 2025
Relevance: Course based on SOC 204 at Western Oregon University
Level: Undergraduate
License: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DEED
Recognize and identify the multiple social forces that shape self and society. Explain how development of individual selves, values, beliefs, and morals is a social process.
 Distinguish among different sociological theories and concepts. Discuss the strengths and critique the weaknesses of each theoretical perspective.
Describe the major methods, perspectives, and concepts used by sociologists for a systematic study of society.
Employ a sociological perspective in recognizing and assessing multiple forms of social inequality associated with race, class, and gender. Analyze the ways in which social stratification and inequalities had shaped and are shaping both today’s social life and your own life and biography.