1. Summarize conflict theory, symbolic interactionism, and structural functionalism. Present one tangible example of each theory. (USLO 1.2) 2.Discuss the social institution of marriage and family using any two of the three theoretical perspectives – functionalism, conflict, and symbolic interactionism. Which perspective fits your idea of what marriage and family are, and their place in […]
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Use the documentaries, online articles, readings to answer the following questions. You must use at least five separate sources from the course across your three answers. Be sure to cite the sources with intext citations properly and include a bibliography. You may use articles, documentaries, or texts from any point in the course. Clearly number each section of […]
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Thinking over all of the course material you encountered this week, what did you find to be the most important concept for framing your understanding of the course? Is there a resource your aware of that wasn’t included that would further the goal of this module? https://www.chronicle.com/article/true-diversity-includes-both-left-and-right/ https://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/18/arts/18liberal.html?_r=0 a-letter-from-ray-jasper-who-is-about-to-be-executed (you can look this one up) […]
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Describe a social movement that you participate in or want to join. What are the goals and strategies of the movement? How can others get involved in this movement. Share a specific call to action currently relevant to this movement’s goals. https://www.hrc.org/press-releases/for-the-first-time-ever-human-rights-campaign-officially-declares-state-of-emergency-for-lgbtq-americans-issues-national-warning-and-guidebook-to-ensure-safety-for-lgbtq-residents-and-travelers https://www.tumblr.com/ndnknowledgeispower/113303021740/stages-of-identity-awareness-agents-and-targets RIGHTS: Engaging Men in Gender Equality Efforts https://www.chronicle.com/article/debt-protesters-denounce-colleges-for-broken-promises/ https://www.huffpost.com/entry/how-wall-street-occupies_b_6463514 (use for refs/readings) […]
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The Campus Pride Index uses several criteria to rank how friendly participating colleges and universities are for LGBTQ students. UMBC does not currently appear on the list but several other Maryland universities do, including College Park and Towson. If UMBC (University of Maryland Baltimore County) is your home campus, explore the scores for other Maryland […]
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Do you feel the feminist movement has been successful? What are the accomplishments of this movement and what remains to be achieved? Do you consider yourself a feminist? Explain why, or why not. https://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/11/opinion/sunday/black-and-female-the-marriage-question.html?pagewanted=all https://www.them.us/story/multiple-sets-of-pronouns https://qz.com/266841/economic-case-for-paternity-leave https://www.aei.org/economics/us-labor-market/lets-talk-about-paid-family-leave/ https://www.nytimes.com/2011/06/12/fashion/new-challenge-for-parents-childrens-gender-roles.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0 (use as reference/ readings) second part Use this journal to keep track of your reactions to readings. For […]
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For your initial post, discuss at least one of the readings that you intend to use in the reading reaction journal. Did you learn something from it, disagree with one of the main arguments, or still have questions? https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2014/09/23/in-a-post-fergurson-world-americans-increasingly-doubt-the-notion-of-colorblind-justice/?Post+generic=%3Ftid%3Dsm_twitter_washingtonposthttps://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2014/06/the-case-for-reparations/361631/ https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2014/02/11/275087586/study-stereotypes-drive-perceptions-of-race Race and Ideology in a Pandemic: WhitePrivilege and Patterns of Risk Perceptionduring COVID-19Nicholas Vargas1, G. […]
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In your initial post, answer the questions: •Is income inequality a problem for society? •If so, what should be done? Make reference to the material and resources provided in this module to support your answer. In addition to posting your answers to the above questions, comment on at least two other posts. Be sure to […]
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Client Jennifer Scott Background Information Categories Client Information Name Jennifer Scott Age: 15 Grade Level: 8th Diagnosis: ADHD Substance Abuse Disorder (Marijuana) Conduct Disorder Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Background Jennifer Scott is a 15-year-old bi-racial female, that identifies as lesbian. Jennifer resides with her maternal grandmother in a rural community with limited services. Her biological […]
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Overview The consultancy firm, McKinsey & Company, developed the 7S model as a tool for their business clients, and it has become a staple of organizational assessment. The model is a practical tool that can be used to understand and evaluate the performance of an organization in 7 critical areas: Strategy Structure Systems Style Staff […]