Contemporary Social Issues
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Course Introduction
Contemporary Social Issues explores the pressing and dynamic challenges facing societies today, such as inequality, globalization, environmental sustainability, migration, healthcare, and the impact of technology on communities. The course encourages critical thinking and interdisciplinary analysis to understand the root causes and consequences of these issues, considering diverse perspectives and potential solutions. Through case studies, current events, and scholarly research, students gain insights into how social problems are identified, debated, and addressed in policy and practice at local, national, and global levels.
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Sociology 13th Edition by Richard T. Schaefer
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Chapter 1: Understanding Sociology
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Sample Questions
Q1) Which of the following statements is an example of a sociological theory?
A) Suicide rates are a reflection of whether people are, or are not, integrated into the group life of a society.
B) John's suicide was probably the result of the stress he was feeling at work.
C) Social groups must have three or more members.
D) Betting on horse races increases on sunny days.
Answer: A
Q2) Which sociological perspective would view society as a living organism in which each part of the organism contributes to its survival and stability?
A) functionalist perspective
B) conflict perspective
C) interactionist perspective
D) all of these
Answer: A
Q3) Knowledge of Van Gogh,Rembrandt,and others' work would be an example of cultural capital.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
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