Sociology
- $380.00 / Course - Single Semester
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Course Details
- Subject
- Social Studies, Electives
- Approvals
- UC , NCAA
- Grade Levels
- High School
- Credits
- .5
- Pre–Requisites
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Psychology recommended
- Course Length
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Single Semester: Courses have a maximum duration of 18 weeks per semester.
Course Description
Sociology
Examine how society shapes behavior, identity, and relationships through the study of social systems.
What students gain:
Understanding of social structures and institutions
Analysis of culture, identity, and inequality
Critical thinking about real-world issues
Research and discussion skills
Why it matters:
Builds awareness of societal dynamics
Prepares students for social sciences
Supports informed citizenship
This is a strong choice for students interested in culture, society, and human interaction.
Syllabus Overview
Our online Sociology course examines why people think and behave as they do in relationships, groups, institutions, and societies. Major course topics include individual and group identity, social structures and institutions, social change, social stratification, social dynamics in recent and current events, the effects of social change on individuals, and the research methods used by social scientists. In online discussions and polls, students reflect critically on their own experiences and ideas, as well as on the ideas of sociologists. Interactive multimedia activities include personal and historical accounts to which students can respond, using methods of inquiry from sociology. Written assignments provide opportunities to practice and develop skills in thinking and communicating about human relationships, individual and group identity, and all other major course topics. The course content is based on the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) Expectations of Excellence: Curriculum Standards for Social Studies.