Week 1 DQ1
Explain what sociologists mean by the social
construction of reality. How has the social construction of reality affected
you?Week 1 DQ2
Compare the contributions of two pioneers in sociology, choosing two from
the following list: Comte, Martineau, Spencer, Durkheim, Weber, Marx, DuBois,
Cooley, Addams, Merton, Bourdieu, or Wells-Barnett. Which sociologist do you
believe made the most important contribution? Why? Defend your view.Week 1
DQ3
What is
sociology? How does it differ from the other social sciences, such as
psychology or anthropology? In what ways is the logic of sociology useful?Week 1 DQ4
What are some of the norms of the American culture? Of a
subculture to which you belong?