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Introduction to Sociology
What is sociology?What do sociologists do?
Detect the symbolic value and socially constructed nature of everyday things
Why do people smoke?
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Be aware of the external forces ‘shaping’ our lives (and how individual choice is often a function of commmunity trends)
Detect power-plays and ‘hidden’ conflicts
What is the sociological difference?
Textbooks & References
Primary • Shaefer, R.T. & Robert, P.L. (2005). Sociology. (10th edition). New
York: McGraw-Hill. (earlier editions are also fine, but try to get the latest one)
Secondary• Henslin, James M. (2009) Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach
(10th Edition) • Ellwood, Charles, A. (2010) Sociology and modern social
problems 1873-1946• Bruce, Steve (2000) Sociology: A Very Short Introduction• Andersen, Margaret L. & Taylor, Howard F. (2010) Sociology: The
Essentials
Assessment
• Assignments & Blog Participation – 30%
• Mid-Term Exam – 20%
• Final Exam – 50%
library.kdu.edu.my
http://dip-socio.blogspot.com