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writing in sociology (for use in syllabi)
Sociologists ask and answer questions about the interactions of individuals and groups with a society and use writing both as an aid to their own research and thinking and as a means of communicating and legitimizing their findings. Writing in sociology presents complex ideas clearly in an unbiased, analytical fashion. Writing in sociology is often built around a thesis about a social phenomenon and uses logical arguments and concrete evidence for support. Sociology writers must demonstrate an understanding of key concepts, theories, and terminology in their writing.
sample syllabi
in sociology
sociology
3411W | Understanding Formal Organizations
in-class exercises, two 3-4 page papers, field notes,
and a formal 10-12 page paper
sample
assignments in sociology
sociology 3301 | Short
Paper Assignment #1: "Who Rules America?” Reflection Paper
a 1-page structured response to an assigned
reading
sociology 3301 | Short
Paper Assignment #2: Power in Movement Reflection Paper
a 1-page response to an assignmed reading focused on a question
sociology 3301 |Preliminary
Research Assignment 1
2-page paper summarizing research on an organization
sociology 3301 | Preliminary
Research Assignment 2
2-page paper designed to narrow the final paper topic
sociology 3301 | Final
Research Paper Assignment
6-page paper expanding students'
research and discussion using an organizational case study
sociology 3452 | Service-Learning Weekly Reflection
Papers
weekly short assignments to reflect on service-learning activities
sociology 3954 | Interview
and Essay Assignment
2- to 3-page paper describing and analyzing a personal interview
sociology 3954 | Final
EssayTopics
6- to 8-page essay developing an argument using course materials
research strategies
in sociology
Quickstudy: Library Research Guide
Sociology-Specific Resource Guide
Sociology (Rural)-Specific Resource Guide
LUMINA'S Social Science Data Services Page
The
Internet Public Library, Sociology (IPL)
Open
Directory Project, Sociology (DMOZ)
additional writing resources for instructors in sociology
Library Services for Faculty
additional writing resources for students in sociology
Sociology and Anthropology Writing
Guide (University of Minnesota, Duluth)
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