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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title: Introductory Sociology
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Course Prefix & Number: SOCI1301
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Section Number: 402/403
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Semester: 162S
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Semester Credit Hours: 3
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Lecture Hours: 3
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Lab Hours: 0
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
The scientific study of human society, including ways in which groups, social institutions, and individuals affect each other. Causes of social stability and social change are explored through the application of various theoretical perspectives, key concepts, and related research methods of sociology. Analysis of social issues in their institutional context may include topics such as social stratification, gender, race/ethnicity, and deviance.
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Course Prerequisite(s):
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Required Course Materials:
Society: The Basics, 14th edition, Macionis, Pearson Publishing.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Michael Preston
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Campus/Office Location:
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Corinth, Room 201 (MWF 11:00-12:00, TR 11:00-12:00)
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Telephone Number:
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(940) 498-6282
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E-mail Address:
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mpreston@nctc.edu
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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3
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Major Exams
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300
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1
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Term Project
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150
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1
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Attendance/Participation
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50
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Compare and contrast the basic theoretical perspectives of sociology.
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Identify the various methodological approaches to the collection and analysis of data in sociology.
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Describe key concepts in sociology.
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Describe the empirical findings of various subfields of sociology.
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Explain the complex links between individual experiences and broader institutional forces.
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ATTENDANCE POLICY (See Supplement To Course Syllabus)
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE (See Supplement To Course Syllabus)
LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is Thursday, April 6, 2017.
DISABILITY SERVICES (OSD)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209.
North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112). http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA______________________________
o Communication
o Mathematics
o Life and Physical Science
o Language, Philosophy & Culture
o Creative Arts
o American History
o Government/Political Science
x Social and Behavioral Sciences
o Component Area Option
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES
x Critical Thinking
x Communication
x Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
o Personal Responsibility
x Social Responsibility
COURSE TYPE
o Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
x Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o WECM Course
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook. http://nctc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2014-2015/Catalog/North-Central-Texas-College-Student-Handbook
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR DEPARTMENT CHAIR & INSTRUCTIONAL DEAN
If you have a concern that we are not able to resolve, you may contact the department chair for further assistance. Please note that if you contact the department chair prior to discussing the issue with me, then the department chair will simply ask you to discuss the matter with me first, before he becomes involved. If you do not feel comfortable discussing the issue with me, you are free at any time to contact the department chair.
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Dr. Leslie Kelley
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Office Location:
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Corinth Campus, Room 336
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6424 (Email preferred)
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E-mail Address:
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lkelley@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Dean Sara Alford
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Office Location:
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Flower Mound 200C
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Telephone Number:
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972-899-8414
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E-mail Address:
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salford@nctc.edu
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