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Sociology : A Brief Introduction

by: Thio, Alex B.

Sociology : A Brief Introduction

by: Thio, Alex B.

ISBN 13:
9780205407859
ISBN 10:
0205407854
Edition: 6th
Format: Paperback
Copyright: 01/01/2005
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon

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Unique for its blend of style and substance, this introductory text uses a balanced and systematic application of sociological theory throughout to help students see the difference between myths and realities about society.

Brief
The Essence of Sociology.The Study of Social Life
The Development of Sociology
Major Perspectives in Sociology
Sports: Illustrating the Three Perspectives
Major Research Methods
Sociological Frontiers: Deconstructing Society
Using Sociology: How to Change Our World
Society and Culture
Building Blocks of Society
Societies in Sociocultural Evolution
Components of Culture
U.S. Culture
A Global Analysis of Culture
Sociological Perspectives on Culture
Sociological Frontiers: The New U.S. Society and Culture
Using Sociology: How to Enhance Your Cultural Competence
Socialization
The Significance of Heredity
The Significance of Socialization
Processes of Socialization
Sociological Perspective on Socialization
Social Diversity in Socialization
A Global Analysis of Socialization
Agents of Socialization
Adult Socialization
Are We Puppets of Society?
Sociological Frontiers: Peer Parenting
Using Sociology: How to Make Latchkey Kids Safe and Smart
Social Interaction in Everyday Life
Sociological Perspectives on Social Interactions
Interaction as Symbolic Communication
Communication between Women and Men
Dramaturgy: Interaction as Drama
The Art of Managing Impressions
The Social Construction of Reality
Sociological Frontiers: The World of Online Chat
Using Sociology: How to Use Humor to Improve Your Life
Groups and Organizations
Social Groups
Group Characteristics
Social Networks
Formal Organizations
Functionalist Perspective: Cooperating to Achieve a Common Goal
Conflict Perspective: Equality as Key to Organizational Success
Symbolic Interactionist Perspective: Defining the Situation in Organizations
The Threat of Organizations to Privacy
The Realities of Bureaucracy
A Global Analysis of Organizations
Sociological Frontiers: Is Cyberspace Lonely?
Using Sociology: How to Reduce Wait Time in Lines
Deviance and Control
What Is Deviance?
Examples of Deviance
Functionalist Perspective: Functions and Dysfunctions
Conflict Perspective: Social Conflict or Inequality
Symbolic Interactionist Theory: Association, Reaction, and Interpretation
Social Diversity in Deviance
A Global Analysis of Deviance
Controlling Deviance
Sociological Frontiers: Shyness as a New Disease
Using Sociology: How to Manage Your Drinking
U.S. and Global Stratification
The Bases of Stratification
Stratification Systems: A Global View
New Approaches to Stratification
The U.S. Class Structure
Poverty in the United States
Social Mobility in U.S. Society
Global Stratification
Sociological Perspectives on Stratification
Sociological Frontiers: Stratification in Cyberspace
Using Sociology: How to Become a Millionaire
Race and Ethnicity
Sociological Definitions
Racial and Ethnic Diversity
Racial and Ethnic Relations
Prejudice and Discrimination
A Global Analysis of Race and Ethnicity
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