Sociology

Philosophy Discussion Board #2 1010 unread replies.1010 replies. As we have seen in the lectures, and in our last discussion board, one of the tasks of philosophy (as Socrates conceived of it) was trying to define things, to figure out what they really are, particularly abstracts like Justice, Love, Courage and Virtue. Another important task of philosophy is trying to figure out what the best way to live is. What kinds of things should we pursue? Money and wealth? Political power? Wisdom? Socrates’ idea is that by continuously asking questions we can figure out what is truly valuable and what pursuits will help us live our best life. For this week’s Main Post, choose an advertisement (from television, social media, etc). Link it or post it here in the message board. Examine it carefully and think about what kinds of things it assumes are valuable. What does the advertisement encourage you to value? Are its values the ‘right’ values? Why or why not?

answer two of the following five questions in at least three pages:  How can value preferences impact the planning process? Give two examples of human service programs in your community and describe what makes them distinct. What are some factors to consider when selecting organizational planning work groups? Which one do you feel is the most important? What are the supportive and challenging aspects of social relations that might influence planning processes? BOOK TO BE USE :https://epdf.pub/designing-and-planning-programs-for-nonprofit-and-government-organizations.html

Why is poetry a good way to write about wisdom for the Hebrew people? What do we learn about the problem of evil (theodicy) from Job? What aspects of God’s character are challenged by the presence of evil in the world? Why are the psalms comforting and helpful for so many? What do they do for those who read them? What do they teach people in modern life to do? From the Near Eastern readings, choose two examples of poetry or wisdom that would echo similar sentiments found in the readings from this section.

Case Study The interaction… Elizabeth and Derek, a White U.S. American couple, decide to host German students as part of a one-month program with the local university. Veronica and Julie, the students from Germany, enjoy their stay, but they are not as fond of the food, and at one point directly ask the couple to prepare food with less fat. The request comes on top of Elizabeth and Derek already having had stressful days at work and feeling inadequate about not spending the time hosting that they should. The request might not be unusual in Germany, because directness is valued; however, Elizabeth and Derek perceive it as rude. In the end, they do not have a good time hosting the Germans, who are more direct and independent than they would like. But this does not surprise them—they already expected that Germans would be “rude”, based on what they saw in the media. Case Study questions  ·Analyze this case.  Look for aspects that might be interpersonal, intergroup, or intercultural. ·Can you think of instances in your own life where one of these components has been especially important in a communication breakdown? ·What are some aspects you would put under each of the main elements of interaction (interpersonal: moods, personal backgrounds, individual differences; intergroup: stereotypes, prejudice, in-/out-group perceptions; intercultural: group-based differences in values, communication norms, etc.)? ·What are some things the model leaves out (historical, relational, social, and other contexts, etc.)? The requirements below must be met for your paper to be accepted and graded: ·Write between 1,000-1,500 words (approximately 4-6 pages) using Microsoft Word in APA style. ·Use font size 12 and 1” margins. ·Include cover page and reference page. ·At least 80% of your paper must be original content/writing. ·No more than 20% of your content/information may come from references. ·Use at least three of references to support your position, and defend your arguments. ·Cite all reference material (data, dates, graphs, quotes, paraphrased words, values, etc.) in the paper and list on a reference page in APA style. The following are examples of primary and secondary sources that may be used: ·Primary sources such as, government websites (United States Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, United States Census Bureau, The World Bank, etc.), peer reviewed and scholarly journals in EBSCOhost (Grantham University Online Library) and Google Scholar. ·Secondary and credible sources such as, CNN Money, The Wall Street Journal, trade journals, and publications in EBSCOhost (Grantham University Online Library). The following are examples of non-credible and opinion-based sources that may not be used: ·Non-credible and opinion-based sources such as, Wikis, Yahoo Answers, eHow, blogs, etc. APA resources, including a template, are provided in the Supplemental Materials folder.

Imagine you have been hired as a consultant for the United Nations. You have been asked to write an analysis on how global population growth has caused the following problem and how it affects a developing country of your choosing: A growing global population that consumes natural resources is partially to blame for the release of greenhouse gases since human consumption patterns lead to deforestation, soil erosion, and farming (overturned dirt releases CO2). However, the critical issue is the burning of fossil fuels (hydrocarbons) such as coal oil and natural gas to produce energy that is used for things like electricity production, and vehicle, heating, and cooking fuels. Instructions The U.N. has asked that you choose a developing country from the World Bank Classifications for Developing Countries list. The U.N. ?has also given you the following guidelines. Content The U.N. ?has asked that your paper contain three sections. It has asked that each section be one page (or approximately 300 words) in length and answer specific questions, identified in the outline below. It also asks that you use examples from your developing country when answering the questions. Introduction Provide an introduction of half a page minimum that addresses points points 1–?5 below: Explain the problem the U.N. ?has asked you to address in your own words. Identify the three sections your paper will cover. Identify the developing country you will consider. Telly the U.N. ?which causes of greenhouse gases you will explore. Provide a one-sentence statement of your solutions at the end of your introduction paragraph. Section I. Background What are greenhouse gases? How do greenhouse gases contribute to global warming? Section II. How Emissions Causes Problems for the Developing World Which countries produce the most greenhouse gases? What are the economic challenges of these emissions (include examples from your chosen country)? What are the security challenges of these emissions (include examples from your chosen country)? What are the political challenges of these emissions (include examples from your chosen country)? Section III. Causes and Solutions of Greenhouse Gases Name two causes of greenhouse gases. What are potential solutions to address each of the causes you identified? What is the relationship between population control and greenhouse gases? Conclusion Provide a conclusion of half a page minimum that includes a summary of your findings that the United Nations can use to inform future policy decisions. Success Tips In answering each question, use examples from your developing country to illustrate your points. The U.N. ?needs facts and objective analysis on which to base future policy decisions. Avoid personal opinion and make sure your answers are based on information you find through research. Formatting Requirements Make sure your paper consists of 4–6 pages (1,200 words minimum, not including the cover page, reference page, and quoted material if any). Create headings for each section of your paper as follows: Section I. Background. Section II. How Emissions Causes Problems for the Developing World. Section III. Causes and Solutions for Greenhouse Gases. Use and cite at least five credible sources in your research. A list of potential resources is available below. This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards. For assistance and information, please refer to the Strayer Writing Standards link in the left-hand menu of your course. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. Potential Resources Opinion: The Pernicious Climate Dictum—?Don’t Mention Population. The Five Mass Extinctions That Have Swept Our Planet. Does Population Growth Impact Climate Change? A Very Grim Forecast. The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is as follows: Evaluate the global impacts of, and potential controls for, population growth. Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic/organization of the paper, and language and writing skills. By submitting this paper, you agree: (1) that you are submitting your paper to be used and stored as part of the SafeAssign™ services in accordance with the Blackboard Privacy Policy; (2) that your institution may use your paper in accordance with your institution’s policies; and (3) that your use of SafeAssign will be without recourse against Blackboard Inc. and its affiliates. Institution Release Statement

This final reflection will assess the following course outcomes, which you focused on throughout Modules Seven and Eight: ? Investigate major developments in the progression of social scientific thought for informing critical questions that drive social scientific inquiry ? Articulate the value of the social sciences for their impact on contemporary issues  Prompt  Your third project is a presentation or short paper (you are free to choose) that explores the question you posed at the end of your observation journal. With that question as your topic, you will explain why the answer to it is important to understanding yourself, other people, and the world around you, and how the social sciences have developed to help us answer these important questions. Be sure your actual question is apparent on the presentation or paper.  Specifically, the following critical elements must be addressed in your submission:  I. Explain why your question is important to you as a member of society.  II. Detail the major developments in social science thinking that drive questions regarding studying the individual. Use course resources to back up your discussion.  III. Explain how finding the answer to your question might impact others around you. For instance, who might be most invested in the answer?  IV. Detail the major developments in social science thinking that drive questions regarding studying others. Use course resources to back up your discussion. V. Explain why studying human behavior and identity is a valuable human endeavor.  VI. Detail the major developments in social science thinking that support the study and advancement of the social sciences as necessary and valuable.  a. Identify the developments and how they impact individuals or larger groups/cultures.  b. Describe how the developments changed society’s understanding.  How is the development applicable outside of the social sciences?  View this submission and the feedback for this assignment via the Grades section of the course and incorporate this assignment into your final reflection.  3. If you choose to submit a presentation instead of a paper, you may use PowerPoint, Prezi, or another presentation platform of your choosing. Reference the Supporting Resources document for instructions on how to use different presentation programs. Be sure to include notes as needed in your presentation in order to meet the outlined critical elements.  4. In Module Seven, it was suggested for you to work on Section III of your project. If completed, use this as well as the instructor feedback when working toward your final submission. 5. Module Eight includes a Final Reflection Submission Checklist that you can use to ensure you have met all the requirements of this project. Your instructor is available to provide guidance and answer any questions you may have as you work to finalize your final reflection.

1.  What do we mean when we say that ‘race’ is an illusion but it is also very real?  What ‘makes’ race?  Sociologist Melvin Oliver answers this early in the video.  How does this definition relate to sociology?   2.  Explain how the understanding of ‘race’ has changed over time.  How has this related to immigration?    Do you hear similar claims in the news and public discourse (discussion) today?  How would a Conflict Theorist see these ideas?  (Recall their discussion of ideology.)   3.  Explain how the legal system has ‘made race’ over time.  Discuss the cases of Ozawa and Thind.  How did the two findings contradict each other?  What were the repercussions of these rulings?  Explain what Historian James Horton means when he refers to race as a ‘social political construction’.     4.  How did government programs like Social Security and the FHA reinforced the racial divide.  How did the National Appraisal System and the practice of ‘Redlining’ solidify the racial wealth divide?   Explain what Legal Scholar John A. Powell means when he says this program was ‘constructing whiteness’, and that geography now does the work of Jim Crowe laws?   5.  What does Powell mean when he says that whites are getting the spoils of a racist system, even if they’re not personally racist?  Why is the racial wealth gap widening over 50 years after the Fair Housing Act was put in place?   Why won’t color-blindness end racial inequality?

Choose a hip hop artist, and make a list of all the organizations ( companies, etc) that play a role in:Hip Hop Artist I Chose is Nas -producing music and music related content ( ie. albums, EPs, merchandise, streaming, etc) -marketing brand and image ( ie. social media ) – engaging with fans ( ie. concerts,etc) After you have your list, write at least 200 words explaining how you think these organizations are related to each other. Think about how they influence what your chosen artist does, which is most powerful, least powerful and why, what organizations reflect hip hop from the early years and what organizations represent tech advancements in music. Your reflection should include (1) your artist and list of organizations, and (2) your 200 word summary in the same document. Submit by selecting this link and uploading your response document. Be sure that you are thinking sociologically by connecting individual actions back to the structure, of media entertainment and the music industry in this case.

Describe and explain at least four unique characteristics of virtue, according to Aristotle. Each characteristic should include one short quotation from Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics. Each quotation should be no more than one sentence. Also, each characteristic should be supported by a valid or strong argument( your argument, not Aristotle). If you choose to include secondary sources, you may use: the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy, the chapter on Aristotle by Samuel Stumpf and James Fieser and The Cambridge Companion to Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics. No other secondary sources may be used. You should primarily focus on Aristotle’s text. All sources should be cited. All essays must be formatted properly.

Write a 2?3 page, 1 ½ or double spaced, typed essay discussing your reasons for seeking professional public health education. Your paper should be written and organized around the following subheadings and questions: a.       Introduction: Briefly summarize (1 paragraph) what this essay is about. b.      Life Experience: How do your life experiences influence your potential for success in social work education (or, if you are not a social work major, your success in your chosen major field of study)? c.       Career Plans: How do you plan to use your social work degree after graduation? (If you are not a social work major, discuss how this social work class will help you in your education at Wayne State) d.      Personal Strengths and Challenges: In choosing the social work profession (or, for non-social work majors, in choosing to take this course), how do you see your values, strengths and weaknesses reflected in:                                                                   i.      Your concern for social problems;                                                                 ii.      Your relationships;                                                               iii.      Capacity to be self?critical;                                                               iv.      Your attitudes toward people different from you in race, religion and culture;                                                                 v.      Your attitudes toward ideas and attitudes different from your own;                                                               vi.      Your ability to work under pressure. e.      Strategies for Success: What strategies will you utilize in order to meet the rigors and challenges of being a student in the Social Work program at Wayne State University? (If you are not a social work major, discuss how you intend to meet the rigors and challenges of your academic pathway at Wayne State). f.        Leadership and Service: Part of the mission of the School of Social Work is to provide innovative leadership and service to the urban community and the profession. How do you plan to use your social work education to do this? (If you are not a social work major, discuss how you see yourself contributing to your community and your chosen profession after graduation.) g.       Conclusion: Briefly summarize your key points, including what you learned by writing this essay.