Category: Sociology

These will cover the reading material for that week in which they are listed. Check the reading assignment calendar for exact dates these are due. The papers will be about 2+ pages, single-spaced, Times New Roman, 12-point font, 1 margins, no heading.

They must be between 1200-1300 words in length. I only want your name at the top and nothing else; again, you need to meet the word requirement. Points will be deducted if you use larger font, spread out your font, adjust your margins, dont meet the word count, etc.These papers will include your thoughts on the assigned reading (there is no formal prompt). It is expected that the assignment will be well edited, thoughtful, and written in true essay format. Points will be deducted for short papers, poor grammar, bullet points, and the like.The papers will be checked with Turnitin.com, so do not collaborate with others.

You are NOT allowed to use AI, Grammarly, ChatGPT, Guru, Synthesis or any other word spinner or outside software for these papers. If so, a 0 will be given!

Think of these writing like a journal. If I asked “what was the reading about this week”, you will then write….. Again, nothing formal, just you typing your thoughts, feelings, personal experiences, etc. about the week’s readings.

Quotes from the book can be used but should not be the majority of your paper and should be marked as quotations so as not to plagiarize. The paper should not show more than 10% match with other sources in Turnitin.com. These papers can include personal stories of experiences you have had related to this section, information from the research you found in the books that sheds more light on the topic, questions/arguments about the reading you want to bring to light, thoughts on applications of the material to your own life, etc. This is your time to show you thoroughly read the material, understand it and can apply it. Late assignment will be given a 0

Make an essay with the theme humanista thoughts beyond borders shaping societies moving the world

Begin this essay by clearly defining the Power Elite Theory by C. Wright Mills, and Differential Association Theory by Edwin Sutherland. Dont forget to include citations of where you found these terms. Then consider the following:

• If we assume that the power elites status is always passed down from generation to generation, how would Edwin Sutherland explain these patterns of power through differential association theory? What crimes do these elite few get away with?

Assignment Instructions

• Answer the essay questions thoroughly in a minimum of 400 words.
• Write in APA format according to the essay template (above). Include:
• Title page with title, name, date, and class
• Introduction; includes an overview of your main points
• Include a heading that says Introduction
• Body; complete paragraphs, each discussing one main point with support and details.
• Include a heading. It can say Body or a unique title for your topic
• Conclusion; recaps main points, without presenting new information.
• Include a heading that says Conclusion
• In-text and full citations are required in APA format.
• MS Word is the only acceptable document for credit. PDF and all other formats submitted will not be graded and will result in a 0 grade.

The professor wants us to use this essay i attached.

The essay is must be 3 page excluding the title page and reference. My question for the analysis is as follows, Examine the intersection of mental health, violence and LGBTQ+ identity through the lens of Canadian regulation. How do policies and practices around social control influence both the vulnerability and resilience among marginalized groups. Please use this textbook, Critical Perspective on Social Control and Social Regulation in Canada. Edited by Mitch Daschuk, Carolyn Brooks, and James F. Popham

Answer the discussion questions. Each question requires two(2) quotes from the source. Try to be as in depth as possible.

Chapter 4 Grit, Zest, and Racism (The Hunger Games) question:

Discuss system justification and how it creates low self-esteem when we dont prepare children to face injustices.

Chapter 5 Abolitionist Teaching, Freedom Dreaming, and Black Joy question:

Because there is no one way to do abolitionist teaching Dr. Love offers some examples. How is Beacon Hill in Boston an example? How did the nexus of activities there affect slavery abolition?

Teaching in the Undertow by Michie question:

Michie talks about limiting the use of oversimplified textbooks, bringing in primary source documents… Explain what he means by these two examples and why they might be important.

For this assignment find an article on social media and posting about clients or any article that involves ethical behavior that is currently happening, describe what ethical behavior the individual is exhibiting, how the agency reprimand the individual, what if any services they had to complete?

Pick a Social Movement/ Case Study – I like the idea of writing about gender based violence.

Advised reading by lecturers –

Edwards, G. (2014) Social Movements and Protest. Cambridge University Press

• Challenging Codes: Collective Action in the Information Age by Alberto Melucci.
• Marxism and Social Movements edited by Colin Barker et al..
• Poor People’s Movements: Why They Succeed, How They Fail by Frances Fox Piven and Richard A. Cloward.

Lifestyle Movements: Exploring the Intersection of Lifestyle and Social Movements

• Article Haenfler, Ross ; Johnson, Brett ; Jones, Ellis, Social movement studies, 11(1), 2012, 1 – 20
• Surfing the Global Protest Wave’ by Dr Kevin Gillan (please note the whole edition is attached but you only have to read Kevin’s article, the first one on pages 15-17).

Theories to potentially use –

• Relative deprivation theory
• Social disconnection theory (mass society)
• Structural strains
• Crowd psychology (Blumer, Le Bon)
• Smelser’s 6-point
• Resource Mobilization Theory
• New social Movement
• Understand the methods through which direct democracy is practiced and the contexts it which has been adopted
• Know what is meant by ‘consensus decision making’ and its potential benefits and pitfalls

ATTACHED IS A PDF EXPLAINING MORE

In 23 paragraphs, explain how the event aligns with the concept of moral panics as outlined by Stanley Cohen and the Cynical Historian (YouTube documentary linked above). Address the following: The “folk devils” (individuals/groups blamed for the panic). The role of media in amplifying fear. The response from the public and authorities. The consequences of the panic (e.g., legislation, stigma). Cite the text and video (time stamps) 4) Critical Reflection: In 2-3 paragraphs, reflect on: Whether the moral panic was justified. How it reflects broader societal anxieties. Any parallels to current issues or potential future moral panics. Assessment Criteria Example Selection and Summary (20%): Relevance and clarity of the chosen example. Concept Application (40%): Accurate and insightful use of moral panic theory. Critical Reflection (30%): Depth of thought and connection to broader societal themes. Writing Quality (10%): Clarity, organization, and proper citation. Total Possible Points: 100 Items to Note A paragraph is a minimum of 3 full sentences Proper citation should be both in-text and at the end in a bibliography in APA or MLA format Use Purdue OWL for help You are welcome to use AI tools, such as ChatGPT, to assist with brainstorming, outlining, or organizing your ideas for assignments. However, the final work you submit must be written in your own words, reflect your own critical thinking, and adhere to the academic integrity guidelines of this course. Directly submitting AI- generated content as your own is not permitted and will be considered a violation of academic honesty. Suspected use of AI-generated content will be automatically submitted to UofSCs office of Academic Integrity.

After reading the introduction, reflect on what you learned in this module. Please contribute to the discussion by answering the four (4) questions below. Scholars are expected to compose their answers to the questions in an essay, using indented paragraphs and complete sentences, in either Microsoft Word (.docx) or Google Docs (.gdoc). Typed responses must be at least 750 words. There is no point or grade deduction for exceeding the minimum requirements to ensure the question prompts are thoroughly addressed in your response. The word and time requirement applies to the entire assignment and not individually to each question. Responses must be in your original words and in your voice. This activity assesses the knowledge you have developed and your understanding of the material. Do not copy or recite the words or work of others, including artificial intelligence. No references or sources are required for this assignment. You may review the material in this module to ensure you comprehend the content; however, your response must be your thoughts and ideas based on your learning. For this activity, answer the following questions: What did you learn about FGM that you didnt know before? How did this information impact you emotionally or intellectually? Did it challenge any assumptions or beliefs you previously held? Ethnocentrism is the tendency to judge other cultures based on the standards of ones own culture. Looking at your initial reaction to FGM, do you think any aspects of ethnocentrism influenced your thoughts? Why or why not? How might an ethnocentric perspective affect the way societies respond to or attempt to address FGM? Think about your own perspective on cultural differenceshow do you personally feel about the idea of using cultural relativism to understand practices like FGM? Do you think it is possible to respect cultural traditions while still questioning or opposing certain practices? Why or why not? Balancing cultural respect with ethical concerns can be difficult when discussing sensitive topics like FGM. In your opinion, how should individuals, organizations, or governments approach the issue of FGM while being mindful of cultural traditions? How can advocacy efforts be both respectful and effective in addressing human rights concerns?

What does it mean to say that racial identity is intersectional, intersecting with other identities like gender, class, and sexuality? How does this intersectionality shape individuals’ experiences and perspectives? Why is it important to consider intersectionality in understanding racial dynamics and social inequalities? Provide specific examples to illustrate.

use this book for citations

Conley, D. (2024). You May Ask Yourself (8th ed.). W. W. Norton. https://ccis.vitalsource.com/books/9781324062448