Sociology

Examining the challenges of teaching critical reflection to adult learners.

Starting from the brief video from “Future Shorts” ) and taking into account that – even though it has decreased in the last decade – the US still has the highest rate of adolescent pregnancy among the developed countries, discuss sexual education: who is responsible to teach children about sex, what is the appropriate age for teaching children about sex, and what would be the best way to do it in order to reduce the rate of unwanted pregnancies and sexual transmissible diseases?

Final Assignment  SW 405 Legal, Ethical and Advocacy in Child Welfare In a well written, typed APA formatted 4 – 5page paper.  It’s mandatory to use at least 4 of materials provided in class.  Social work topic: Domestic violence   How does the topic impact children? (20 pts) What laws have been written to address the issue? (20 pts) What ethical issues have been raised regarding the topic? (20 pts) How have advocates debated this issue?  (20 pts) How would you bring community awareness about the topic? (20 pts)   1)Please Read: http://parentadvocates.org/nicecontent/dsp_printable.cfm?articleID=6839#:~:text=Nicholson%20v.%20Scoppetta%20is%20the%20first%20lawsuit%20in,for%20Families%27%20Center%20for%20Battered%20Women%27s%20Legal%20Services  https://vimeo.com/10994169?ref=em-share  https://www.domesticshelters.org/videos/14-misconceptions-about-domestic-violence  2) Please read the following: https://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/news/politics/albany/2019/08/09/domestic-abuse-victims-getting-these-new-protections-ny/1965582001/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Violence_Against_Women_Act https://search.yahoo.com/search?p=domestic+violence+in+the+caribbean&fr=iphone&.tsrc=apple https://search.yahoo.com/search?p=domestic+violence+in+the+caribbean&fr=iphone&.tsrc=apple https://opdv.ny.gov/help/fss/part22.html  3)https://www.cleveland.com/court-justice/2020/11/family-of-girl-who-died-in-foster-care-sues-cuyahoga-county-department-of-child-and-family-services.html https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/outofhome/kinship/ https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/outofhome/foster-care/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adoption_and_Safe_Families_Act http://ww2.nycourts.gov/courts/7jd/courts/family/case_types/termination_of_parental_rights.shtml https://www.childrensrights.org/racial-disparities-in-foster-care-invest-in-families-of-color/ 

You may not go to an Italian, Chinese, Mexican restaurant or restaurant of your own culture.  Prepare for this experience by doing some reading in textbook about the culture which you will be experiencing.  Use the information from the book to support or refute your experience. Time: You may choose to go to Lunch or Dinner (OR SELECT AN ENTRÉE ITEM AND PREPARE THE MEAL AT HOME!!) Describe your experience answering the following questions. 1.     Describe the décor. (Does it have an ethnic theme? Does the décor reflect something significant about the culture as noted in Purnell’s domains?) (If choosing to prepare the meal at home, describe what you would expect the décor to look like in an authentic restaurant of cultural choice)   2.     Are the wait staff dressed in authentic clothing?  What is the significance of certain types of dress? (If choosing to prepare the meal at home, describe what you would expect the staff to where/to look like in an authentic restaurant of cultural choice)   3.     Attempt to pronounce what you are ordering. Does the wait staff assist you with ordering your meal? Do they help you pronounce the dishes? (If choosing to prepare the meal at home, describe how you would learn to pronounce menu items from an authentic restaurant of cultural choice)   4.     Describe what you ate. Are there certain spices, meats, starches, fruits and vegetables used in the dishes?  What beverages are served?  Would your meal be considered healthy? If not, why? (If choosing to prepare the meal at home, describe the preparation, recipe, etc. of the menu item chosen from cultural choice)   5.     Ask to meet the chef.  Inquire about cooking techniques used in preparing your meal?  Are these health-promoting?  If not, why? (If choosing to prepare the meal at home, describe who helped you with the cooking experience, reactions to menu item of anyone who enjoyed with you, and your opinion of the meal)   6.     Did you enjoy the experience? Why? What role does food play in this particular culture?  (To be answered whether dining in or cooking from home)

There are going to be a total of 14 questions and 14 of them need to be answered separately; each response to each question should be atleast two paragraphs. all questions answered    – All responses should be properly cited and well explained. No short answers please, write at least two paragraphs for each response. Try and explain everything in those paragraphs without deviations. –  Cite all your answers and include a bibliography. –  A good application to the real world/developing countries. State and explain the two of the four powers (tools) of exclusion according to Hall et al (2011)? (2 marks) -Compulsory Question Clearly define intersectionality theory? (2 marks) -Compulsory Question What is (i) Islamic Feminism (ii) Black Feminism? (2 marks) -Compulsory Question How would you describe Saudi Arabia Society from an exclusion perspective? (2marks) Compulsory Question Explain how the Holy Quran supports equity rather than gender exclusion? ———–(2marks) Compulsory Question Explain religion as a role of exclusion in entrepreneurship using an example? (2marks) ———–Compulsory Question Discussed the two contrasting scholarly viewpoints about indigenous credit institutions in underdeveloped societies? (2marks) -Compulsory Question Discuss the findings of Jihad Makhoul et al. (2019) research  “Insights into theorizing social exclusion and inequities: A perspective from the Arab World”? (2 marks) ……….Compulsory Question Explain why social exclusion continues in the private sector in the global south? (2marks)————-Compulsory Question Identify and explain the problem with micro-finance in Guyana? (2 Marks) -Compulsory Question Name two determinants of access and exclusion and discuss them in the context of Kenya. How does this context differ from Kenya and Uganda? (2 Marks) How did Isusu change from pre-colonial to colonial times? (2 marks). What is the cultural commodification hypothesis? (2marks). There are three reasons why the aso ebi phenomenon has continued to find social acceptance in contemporary Nigerian society. Mention two? (2marks). the sources that would be made available is what you should use to answer the questions.  I would provide the readings in the file attachment

This is my term paper. The report must discuss the findings interviews with three individuals who have worked in formal organizations over an extended period of time (more than ten years). All three individuals should work in different organizations. They can be family members or family friends. By researching and writing this report you will learn how to interview people, analyze interview data to write a paper, learn about the working lives of people, and perhaps most importantly from an academic point of view learn abstract thinking as you relate your findings to the class materials (poor working class, sociological imagination , how labels affect life, the roles of female and male, social change, conformity and status). Questions and answers are not allowed in the paper. The findings must be summarized within the paper. The format of the report must be : beginning with. a introduction describing the respondents and their work , their trace of work history. What job did they first start out with? Did they change their career ? What different jobs they had ? Then discuss there current job. what they do at work? How do the work systems impede or helps them accomplish their work goals ? What are the difficulties they face at work ? Discuss their coworkers . How much cooperation do they get from coworkers ? How much of their work depends on coworkers contribution ? How much support they get from their supervisor ? How is there performance evaluated and does it affect their work and their future ? what factors motivate them ? what de motivates them ? what part of their job do they enjoy the most and the least.? what could be done to make their work a more enjoyable experience ? what could their organization or supervisors do to help them ? what stops the supervisors from helping them ? what are the turf issues ? what are their future plans ? will they change careers ? when do they plan to retire ? what will they do after they retire ? what are the similarities abs differences in the experiences of the three respondents ? you may add more questions. it is necessary to find common themes of sociology from work or other class materials in the data you give in the interview . Relate your findings to topics covered in sociology. Report should be full eight pages in length and doubled spaced.

This assignment focuses on the concept of ethnocentrism, the idea that others can be judged through the lens of one’s own cultural group, which is superior to another (Sherrill, 2003). Ethnocentric beliefs are often the foundation for many diversity-related arguments in political, religious, and racial discussions. Ethnocentrism can often be seen at the center of arguments about the moral foundations of our society, with each side arguing based on their own long-held cultural beliefs. Others, however, argue that morality is culturally relative and accordingly, so are our beliefs. As such, rules regarding right and wrong, what is moral or just, would be based on our cultural backgrounds. For this assignment, think about your longest held cultural beliefs, considering how your personal background has influenced who you are today. Consider all of the cultural associations you may have now and in the past including your customs and traditions such as dress, music, dance, family stories, holidays, and celebrations.  Instructions: Write about how ethnocentrism and cultural relativism affect how you see yourself and others. Specifically address: 1.) Definitions (can be in your introductory paragraphs): a.) What do you mean by “culture”? b.) What is ethnocentrism? c.) What is cultural relativism?   2.) What cultural group(s) do you belong to? Colombian and American female,  Roman Catholic a.) Who or what has influenced you? Parents, friends, church, school, work b.) What are the cultural norms associated with your cultural groups? c.) What customs and traditions are associated with your culture? Such as dress, music, dance, family stories, holidays, and celebrations Dress (La Pollera Colora, Ruana, Quinceanera, White Wedding dress) Music & Dance (Colombian Folklore, Vallenatos, Cumbias, Salsa, Merengue, Boleros, Colombian Rock, Cuban, Reggaeton, Hip-Hop, Pop, R&B, Soul, House, Techno, Rock-n-Roll, Jazz) Family stories, Holidays (same American and Colombian holidays including Dia de los Reyes Magos on Jan. 6, Colombian Independence Day on July 20, Dia de las Velitas – Dec 7), and Celebrations (Barranquilla Carnival, Festival de las Flores)   3.) Analyze your perspectives. a.) What of your perspectives are rooted in ethnocentric beliefs? b.) What of your perspectives are based on cultural relativism? c.) Give at least one example of when you have been involved with someone judging you in an ethnocentric manner.   Kahn, A. (2015). The ecology of diversity. San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Education. Ch. 1, 2, 3   Piper, A. (2015). A focus on people. Internal Auditor 72(3), 47-51. [MasterFilePremier]   Davis, W. (2015). Thco research training institute. [Video file]. Retrieved fromWade Davis TEDx Hockett, D. (2017, September). We all have biases. So what can we do about it? [Video file]. Retrieved from We all have implicit biases. So what can we do about it? | Dushaw Hockett | TEDxMidAtlanticSalon .   Tritch, C. (2015, July). Let’s talk diversity and inclusion. [Video file]. Retrieved fromLet’s Talk Diversity and Inclusion | Courtney Tritch | TEDxFortWayne

In 1,500 words, complete the following: Analyze two ways that media affect culture and society. Identify at least one positive and one negative implication arising from technology’s effect on society. Media has changed exponentially over the past 25 years with the introduction of the Internet and social media. How can people enhance their media literacy? Identify one to two challenges that media will introduce for society in the next 20-30 years and how people can use their media literacy to meet these challenges. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

Week 9 Discussion: Medical Sociology & Infectious Diseases After viewing the PowerPoint (Chapter 14), watching the videos, reading the article, and watching one (1) DVD clip, respond to the following questions.  After your post, reply to one other student.  1.  Choose one of the major theories of sociology (structural functionalism, conflict theory, or symbolic interactionism) and discuss how it would explain or describe society or an aspect of society during this current pandemic.The Khan Academy video will be helpful with for question the link is here for you to watch.  https://youtu.be/6c8BCZd6GXU  For example, you could look at the wearing of masks and gloves and explain thru symbolic interactionism what these symbolize now compared to one year ago. 2. After listening to the video in the Chapter 14 Powerpoint (slide18) https://www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2015/11/04/women-pain-fassler                           on gender inequality in healthcare, and reading the TIME article on inequality during COVID-19, think of another area in which inequality may increase during the pandemic (e.g. age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, country, immigrant status, etc.) and discuss how this inequality may play out in the next year. attached are videos and links that relate to the assignment and can help properly answer the questions.      https://time.com/5795651/coronavirus-workers-economy-inequality/                                                                                                                               https://youtu.be/8NGlENS1qgo                                                             https://youtu.be/D9SWRByzDSo                                                         DVD CLIP :    https://wwnorton.com/common/mplay/6.8/?p=/college/socio7dvd/&f=the_great_health_service_swindle&ft=mp4&s=bt&cc=1

Many students are drawn to the career of social work because of life experiences that lead to a desire to help others. These experiences may inform personal strengths and values that translate into social work skills. In this Discussion, you reflect on your life experiences thus far and consider how they apply to your goals as a social worker. You also consider how your personal strengths might influence your development as a social worker. Describe three strengths that you predict will make you an effective social worker. Explain how each strength applies to your social work practice goals.