sociology

The concept of deviance.

        1) Discuss how sociologists view, analyze and explain the concept of deviance. 2) Without revealing too much personal information, what sanctions have you experienced and for what actions? Were the sanctions effective or not? Do you think there is a problem with the criminal justice system in the United States?  

The handgun control debate

  How does the handgun control debate demonstrate the polarization of public opinion in america? If you were assigned the task of bringing these two opposing groups into a meaningful dialogue, how could you evoke shared goals to further negotiations? Do you think polarized public opinion regarding issues such as handgun control can be changed …

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Ecological model to understand Brandon’s situation

Review Brandon’s case in the Social Work Case Studies interactive media in the Learning Resources.Reflect on the social worker’s actions and how you would approach the case.Identify how the social worker might have used the ecological model to understand Brandon’s situation based on a person-in-environment perspective. Explain the use of the ecological model in this …

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Culture

1) How would you define “culture”? Discuss all the various ways you can consider culture (personal, geographic, organizational, etc.). 2) With which cultures do you most identify? What are the internal and external characteristics of your culture(s)? 3) What cultural norms did you learn as a child? What stereotypes are connected to those cultures?

Primary Task Response

        Within the Discussion Board area, write 200-250 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. Summative Discussion Board Review and reflect on the knowledge that you have gained from this course. Based on your review and reflection, write 200-250 words on the following: What were the …

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