Category: Sociology

Watch the documentary entitled Zoot Suit Riots and write a summation on the documentary, your reaction, and possible questions you may have.  
This discussion should be at least one page in WORD, single-spaced, on a 12-point font (Times New Roman or Courier).  You can submit your discussion as an attachment or simply COPY & PASTE from WORD.
video link: https://youtu.be/nzgZBH0oiwQ

PART 1
What is a “death system?”
* Explain two or three specific ways in which funeral ceremonies may contribute to maintaining social order — for families, for the larger society, or both. In your response, indicate any specific components of the death system (people, time, place, symbols) that are part of your answer.
* Discuss the kinds of losses and experiences of grief associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. 
Please cite at least 3 of this week’s Learning Resources in your response.
* Chapter 4: Death denial: Hiding and camouflaging death. Handbook of Death and Dying.
* Read: Doka, K. J. (n.d.). Death system. Encyclopedia of death and dying.
* Read: Hoy, W. G. (n.d.). The role of ceremonies in bereavement.
* Read: Hauser, J., & Scarisbrick-Hauser, A. (2003). Death and Community Responses: Comfort, Community, and Culture. Handbook of Death and Dying.
* Read: Zhai & Du (2020). Loss and grief amidst COVID-19: A path to adaptation and resilience.
PART 2
According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th edition, Alcohol Use Disorder(AUD) is defined as a maladaptive pattern of alcohol use, leading to clinical significant impairment or distress, as manifested by tolerance and withdrawal occurring at any time in the same 12-months.
Identify two elements of dependence from the Diagnosis of Substance Use Disorders: Diagnostic Criteria article and explain how these two elements can lead to psychosocial or environmental problems.
https://go-gale-com.ezproxy.umgc.edu/ps/i.do?p=GVRL&u=umd_umuc&id=GALE%7CCX2699700151&v=2.1&it=r&sid=bookmark-GVRL&asid=b8e19704
PART 3
What are some limitations of using artificial intelligence like ChatGPT? What impact might this have on education? On society?
Why do some social scientists think that artificial intelligence (AI) is prone to systemic racism and social bias? 
If you were responsible for writing a classroom policy on the use of ChatGPT for classroom assignments, what are some considerations that you would include to ensure that AI is used ethically and to promote learning?
References in APA format:
Choi, C. Q. (2023, February 9). Columbia perspectives on ChatGPT. Columbia University Data Science Institute. https://datascience.columbia.edu/news/2023/columbia-perspectives-on-chatgpt/ 
Pittalwala, I. (2023, January 24). Is ChatGPT a threat to education? UC Riverside News. https://news.ucr.edu/articles/2023/01/24/chatgpt-threat-education 
Stortz, E. (2021, April 13). The future of artificial intelligence requires the guidance of sociology. Drexel News. https://drexel.edu/news/archive/2021/april/the-future-of-artificial-intelligence-requires-sociology 
PART 4
1. What are some of the functions of education in society?
2. In what way is public education democratizing (i.e., how does it level the playing field?) and in what way(s) does it fall short?
3. Summarize the main points you took away from the three videos in the Week 2 Learning Resources.
4. Given what you have learned this week about education and the transformative effect of technology on learning and development, propose an educational model for the future. In your response, consider the following questions: What are some qualities of an excellent educational system? What of the existing educational model do you think should stay the same and what should change? What role, if any, does technology play in helping to implement your model?
Grey, P. (2008, August 20). A brief history of education. Psychology Today. 
Griffiths, H., Strayer, E., & Cody-Rydzewski, S. (2015). Introduction to Sociology 2e. Open Stax.
Office of Ed Tech (2018, October 11). Announcing the winners of the Reimagining Higher Education Ecosystem Challenge. Medium.com.        
Robinson, K., (2010, October). Changing education paradigms [Video]. TED Conferences.
Selwyn, N. (2020, October 25). How creative use of technology may have helped save schooling during the pandemic. The Conversation.

Times New Roman Font, 12, Double Spaced.
Two parts. Number each part. -3 for each formatting error.
No cover page..
Name at top left of first page, Last Name, First Name.
1. Prepare a living will and/or an advanced directive.
What medical treatment and options do you want or do you not want? What about if you are in a persistent vegetative state?
How do you want to be memorialized, what to you want to be done with your body or ashes?
There is much more to a living will/advanced directive than the questions above – those are first steps. Baby steps.
Put it all in there. Everything. EVERYTHING. 2. Discuss how you want your memorial service or funeral to be run. Plan your funeral, your arrangements, your anything, your EVERYTHING post funeral. Party? Ashes poured into the sea? Set adrift on a burning ship? A quiet affair or a raucous block party? No funeral? That’s a plan too.
By everything, I mean details of what you want – (Question 1 stuff) what feeding and hydration and heroic attempts while alive, and (Question 2 stuff) flowers and parties you want when you aren’t.
Do NOT just download a living will and just fill and check boxes. No points will be awarded for just checking off boxes on a from. I am asking you to write it out and explain what you want, and why.
DO find the format for a living will /advanced directive to answer Question 1. Do not put you name on the document; do not provide your personal details (address, social security number), anything. I want to see your wishes and preferences for your living will, advanced directives and the handling of your funeral, not personal identifiers. I want you to write out what you want, and tell me why. If you decide on a person who will be your power of attorney for health care, say friend, or family member, I do not want their personal information. Short and not well planned out papers do not – cannot ever earn full points. Look up examples of living wills and advanced directives. Our text does an excellent job of presenting these ideas, and provides online resources to investigate to learn more.
Cite everything. Every idea, every concept, every source.
****Attached is some info from a previous assignment about myself and my wishes for after life.

Assignment: Module 6 Education and Religion
Mark as done Start Assignment
Due Sunday by 11:59pm
Points 100
Submitting a file upload
File Types doc and docx
Available until Jun 28 at 11:59pm
Introduction
Education, religion, government, family, healthcare, and economy are social institutions. Sociology explores the impact of these social institutions on society and culture. You will explore the impact of education and religion on society and a personal level.
Remember to view the assignment rubric (see below) before completing the assignment.
Assignment Instructions
Review the module activities and resources.
Complete the three components of the essay
Part 1: Education
Part 2: Religion
Part 3: Reflection
Cite and reference all resources utilized in the assignment. Be sure to include two or more references following APA format. 
Review the presentation for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and APA style.
Submit to your instructor by the due date listed in the course schedule.
Must be submitted as a Word document file.
Essay Components
Part 1: Education
Answer the following questions in 1-2 paragraphs.
Why is education important in our society?
How does education impact society?
What are the major trends in United States education in the 21st century?
What are the major problems faced by elementary and secondary schools in the United States today?
Does education play into a culture? Does culture play into education? Explain.
Part 2: Religion
Answer the following questions in 2-3 paragraphs.
Why is religion important in some societies?
What are the key components of religion? How does religion impact society?
What are the major types of religious organizations?
What are the major trends or changes in the United States religion in the 21st century?
Does religion play into a culture? Does culture play into religion? Explain.
Part 3: Reflection
Answer the following questions in 1-2 paragraphs.
How has education changed/can change your opportunities?
What challenges have you faced with education? Some examples might include pursuing higher education, completing education, or lack of educational opportunities.
What role does religion play in your life, family, or culture?
Grading
Review the rubric for specific grading criteria.
Rubric
Education and Religion
Education and Religion
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePart 1: Education
20 pts
Excellent
The essay comprehensively addresses and answers all questions in Part 1: Education. The essay demonstrates an in-depth understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The concluding remarks summarize and synthesize ideas.
18 pts
Good
The essay provides accurate and detailed answers to all questions in Part 1: Education. The essay demonstrates an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Most concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The concluding remarks summarize and synthesize most ideas.
16 pts
Satisfactory
The essay adequately addresses and answers all questions in Part 1: Education. The essay demonstrates a basic understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Some concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The concluding remarks summarize and synthesize some ideas; not all concepts are supported in the reflection.
12 pts
Needs Improvement
The essay fails to adequately address and/or answer all questions in Part 1: Education. The essay fails to demonstrate an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Not all concepts are synthesized in the student’s own words. Concluding remarks do not adequately summarize ideas.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePart 2: Religion
20 pts
Excellent
The essay comprehensively addresses and answers all questions in Part 2: Religion. The essay demonstrates an in-depth understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The concluding remarks summarize and synthesize ideas.
18 pts
Good
The essay provides accurate and detailed answers to all questions in Part 2: Religion. The essay demonstrates an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Most concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The concluding remarks summarize and synthesize most ideas.
16 pts
Satisfactory
The essay adequately addresses and answers all questions in Part 2: Religion. The essay demonstrates a basic understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Some concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The concluding remarks summarize and synthesize some ideas; not all concepts are supported in the reflection.
12 pts
Needs Improvement
The essay fails to adequately address and/or answer all questions in Part 2: Religion. The essay fails to demonstrate an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Not all concepts are synthesized in the student’s own words. Concluding remarks do not adequately summarize ideas.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePart 3: Personal Connection
20 pts
Excellent
The reflection includes a comprehensive discussion about the role of education and religion in your life. All questions from Part 3: Personal Connection are fully addressed. The reflection demonstrates that the author fully understands and has applied concepts learned in the course. Concepts are integrated into the writer’s own insights. The writer provides concluding remarks that show analysis and synthesis of ideas.
18 pts
Good
The reflection includes an accurate and detailed discussion about the role of education and religion in your life. All questions from Part 3: Personal Connection are addressed. The reflection demonstrates that the author understands and has applied concepts learned in the course. Some of the conclusions are supported in the body.
16 pts
Satisfactory
The reflection includes an adequate discussion about the role of education and religion in your life. Most questions from Part 3: Personal Connection are addressed. The reflection demonstrates that the author, to a certain extent, understands and has applied concepts learned in the course, and/or some of the conclusions are supported.
12 pts
Needs Improvement
The reflection fails to provide an adequate discussion about the role of education and religion in your life. Some questions from Part 3: Personal Connection are addressed. The reflection fails to demonstrate that the author understands and/or has applied concepts learned in the course.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity and Cohesiveness
15 pts
Excellent
The student effectively connects information from all sources. Reflection smoothly flows from one topic to the next without the need for headings. The student’s writing expertly expresses a relationship between all sources.
13.5 pts
Good
For the most part, the student connects information from all sources. Reflection flows with only some disjointedness. The student’s writing expresses a relationship between all sources.
12 pts
Satisfactory
Sometimes the student connects information from all sources. Reflection lacks a consistent flow. The student’s writing does not consistently express a relationship between all sources.
9 pts
Needs Improvement
The reflection fails to connect information from all sources. Reflection does not flow – disjointedness is apparent. The student’s writing shows a minimal understanding of the relationship between all sources.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and Mechanics
15 pts
Excellent
Reflection is free from spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors. The tone of the reflection is appropriate for the audience.
13.5 pts
Good
Reflection contains minimal (1-2) spelling, punctuation, and/or grammatical errors. In a few instances, the tone of the reflection becomes too informal.
12 pts
Satisfactory
Reflection contains several (3-5) spelling, punctuation, and/or grammatical errors. Reflection is not always written in an appropriate tone for the audience.
9 pts
Needs Improvement
Reflection contains significant errors (more than 5), grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation. The tone of the reflection is not appropriate for the audience.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Guidelines
10 pts
Excellent
The presentation is written following all APA style guidelines and formatting.
9 pts
Good
The presentation contains minimal APA style guideline formatting errors.
8 pts
Satisfactory
The presentation contains several APA style guidelines and/or formatting errors.
6 pts
Needs Improvement
The presentation is not properly formatted per APA style guidelines.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
10 pts
Total Points: 100
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please (1) summarize Karl Marx’s conception of labor alienation, and (2) design a study that will examine alienation in the contemporary workplace. When designing your study, please specify:
what workers/workplaces you will include in your study and why
how you will measure/assess alienation
what research methods you will employ

https://www.everydaysociologyblog.com/2020/02/money-and-marriage.html
^^^ use this link for reference 
In an Everyday Sociology blog post titled “Money and Marriage,” Karen Sternheimer examines the economics of marriage, looking at historical practices ranging from dowries and arranged marriages to contemporary rituals such as Valentine’s Day gifts. She draws upon recent research on marriage and cohabitation from the Pew Research Center, which concludes that while most married couples report marrying for love, more than half of cohabiting couples report that financial issues are keeping them from getting married.
Discuss the ways in which marriage relates to money. Based on this blog post, is there any way to separate the two? Discuss how romantic rituals like Valentine’s Day intertwine relationships with consumption and spending. How does this reflect and reproduce broader issues of economic inequality?

Based on reading https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3317830/Links to an external site.  
“A prerequisite for equity in health is equity in health care, defined as equal care for people in equal need of care.”
Discuss one (1) aspect of doctor-patient communication that varies according to the socio-economic status of the patient  – be specific about what aspect of the consultation is affected. 
Discuss one (1) proposed solution.  You can agree or disagree and state why. 

Introduction to Sociology– Week #7 Assignment
Gender Messages
Write a 500 or more word paper about the three main institutions in gender socialization, family, school, and the media. In your paper also:
· Describe how these institutions affect gender-socialization.
· Be sure to include contemporary issues and terminology from our textbook to support your descriiptions.
In text citations as well

Writing Prompt
According to Agger, explain the key differences between “liberal” and “socialist” feminism. As you explain these differences, be sure to outline how their strategies for achieving gender equality also differ. Why is capitalism, as a system, an important issue for socialist feminists as they consider the link between gender and social class? What is “postfeminism,” how does it differ from liberal feminism, and how has it signaled a potential decline in women’s status relative to men? Be sure to *directly* cite the chapter extensively and provide at least three specific reasons why, according to Agger, postfeminism is a sign of “regression” for women in recent years. 

Grading Rubric
Point Value = 10 points
Note- a 3-point penalty will be assessed for any assignment submitted past the stated deadline. Assignments submitted 24 hours or more after the deadline will not be accepted for credit. See the syllabus contract for more information. 

Both accuracy and creativity will be taken into account during the grading process. Writing style and structure are also key elements that will partly determine your grade. Please refer to the rubric below for more details on how your response will be graded.
Content and Accuracy (5 points)
* Provides a clear and accurate explanation of the difference between liberal and socialist feminism by directly citing the chapter (1.5 points)
* Provides a detailed explanation of the different strategies used by liberal and socialist feminists to achieve gender equality by directly citing the chapter (0.5 points)
* Explains the importance of capitalism for socialist feminists as by directly citing the chapter (0.5 points)
* Provides an accurate explanation of postfeminism and how it clearly differs from liberal feminism by directly citing the chapter (1 point)
* Provides at least three specific reasons, directly cited from the chapter, why postfeminism is a sign of regression for women in recent years (1.5 points)
Development (1 point)
* Develops ideas with sufficient depth and detail (0.5 points)
* Provides specific evidence to support arguments (0.5 points)

Organization (1 point)
* Presents ideas in a clear and logical manner (0.5 points)
* Uses effective transitions between ideas (0.5 points)
Writing Conventions/Mechanics (3 points)
* Uses proper grammar, spelling, sentence structure and punctuation (1 point)
* Properly uses the ASA style guide to directly cite the required source work (1 point)Failure to cite the specified reading is defined as plagiarism and will result in a grade of zero
* Follows the assignment formatting guidelines (1 point)
Submission Format Guidelines
For this assignment you need to adequately answer the prompt below using both the assigned reading and your critical thinking skills.
* All responses must be typed and conform to the following format: 12 PT. font, Times New Roman style, 1 inch margins (on all sides), double-spaced. Your response must be at least 400 to 800 words.
* Only “.doc” and “.docx” file extensions (Microsoft Word) may be uploaded into Canvas. No other file types are permitted. 
* Responses should be written in paragraph form and should be long enough to explore the topic thoroughly. Do not use bullet-points or lists.

No outside resources are to be used/accessed for this assignment, including A.I. technology. See the syllabus policy on misconduct for more information.
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* No outside sources are to be used for this assignment. Furthermore, the information you present should be taken exclusively from the assigned reading above and your understanding of the reading. Only cite the assigned article/chapter. Do not cite the module notes, screencast videos or other chapters/articles not listed in this assignment. Be sure to reference and cite the material directly (and substantially).
* All citations must follow the ASA style guide in order to receive full points. Visit the ASA Style Guide page for more details on how to cite your source work!
* Your response must include direct (i.e., “in-text”) citation of the required material. Direct citations are those that directly reference (i.e., “quote”) the source work verbatim using the author’s name, year and page number.
Failure to cite the specified reading is defined as plagiarism and will result in a grade of zero.
* No works cited page/bibliography page is required for this assignment. See the Class Reading Bibliographic Information page for course material works cited information.

The paper will be a 2-page typed-double spaced paper using APA citing and 12’ font and 1 inch margins. On page one you give facts about a social problem that is important to you. Examples could include, but not limited to, Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Hate Crimes, Discrimination against Gays, Racial Discrimination, Economic Inequalities, Age Discrimination, Human Trafficking, or any other issue you feel passionate about. The second page you will label each section B1, B2, and B3 as you will give 3 factors that increase your social problem. For example, you can say economic problems increases domestic violence. You must have a cover page and bibliography page. That means your paper will be a total of 4 pages. Your paper must be fully APA citied. This means every sentence is cited! You also must have at least 3 difference references! You can’t use Wikipedia.