1. MONTGOMERY COLLEGE
Course Syllabus
Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice
SOCY 100- Intro to Sociology
Spring 2015
TTH 8AM-9:15AM
Room: HU205
Instructor Information
Professor: Ismail Nooraddini, MA
Office: HU008
Phone: 240.567.5242
Email: Mohammad.nooradini@montgomerycollege.edu
Office Hours: Available Upon Request
General Course Information
Course Title: Intro to Sociology (3 credits)
CRN: 34325
Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, RD 120
Prerequisites: None
Class Format: Lecture
Course Description: An explanation of fundamental sociological concepts, methods, and theories used to
interpret the patterns of human society. Emphasis is placed on the connection between theory and practice in
examining social interaction, cultural diversity, social structure, and global issues.
Common Course Student Learning Outcomes
 apply scientific principles and methods in investigating human social behavior.
 identify and comprehend the social forces that affect their lives in a culturally diverse society and in a
global environment.
 use core sociological theories and concepts to explain past and present social phenomena.
 demonstrate an understanding of cultural patterns, social institutions, and social processes at societal
and global levels.
Required Text
Henslin, James. Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach, 12thd edition. Pearson, 2014.
Additional readings on Blackboard

2. Course Requirements
Course Grade- Students will be evaluated on the basis of four outputs: class participation and attendance (5%);
a successful production of the final analysis paper (10%); their production of five out of eight writing
assignments (40%), and their performance on two in-class exams; one midterm (20%) and a final (25%).
Assignments: 40%
You are expected to complete 5 (8% each) out of 8 writing assignments. Attending lecture, and
participating in class discussions, is only half of the battle. The other half, is knowing how to
apply concepts. Your task will be to apply what was discussed in class, to a contemporary issue
in the news. Though there will be 8 opportunities, I only require 5 writing assignments.
Additional details will be released later in the semester.
Analysis Paper: 10%
You will also be expected to write an analytic paper on the topic of social inequality. In addition
to your several writing assignments, you will also be expected to apply sociological concepts to a
contemporary issue that focuses on groups of people in conflict with one another as a result of
inequality in the U.S. class system. Additional details will be released later in the semester.
Exams: 45%
There will be two exams: one midterm (20%) and a final exam (25%)
Class Attendance/ Participation: 5%
This class is meant to be an interactive experience, thus your attendance and active participation
is required as part of your grade. To earn full credit, you must come to class prepared (i.e. having
read the weekly readings with the necessary materials), ready to participate in discussion. If you
miss more than four classes, or are consistently tardy, your final grade will be negatively
affected.
Grading Scale
A = 90 - 100 B = 80 - 89 C = 70 - 79 D = 60 - 69 F = < 59
Policy on late assignments, missed exams, and scheduling conflicts
 If you are unable to attend a class due to a scheduling conflict, please notify me in advance. Three
missed classes without proper notification will result in a reduction of your final grade.
 Assignments are to be turned in on the due date. Late assignments (without notifying instructor in
advance) will be penalized by one point for each day late. By definition, late assignments are anything
not turned in by beginning of class.
 Missed exams will only be rescheduled for students with legitimate excuses (as defined by instructor),
and who contact instructor before exam date.

3. Student Code of Conduct
Standards of College Behavior
Montgomery College strives to provide a platform for discussion and free expression, and sees them as
vital elements to the educational process. There will be class periods where sensitive matters such as race,
ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and political orientation are discussed. It is important we listen to
other’s perspectives and strive to reach a point of mutual understanding. Disruptive behavior will not be
tolerated. If a student engages in disruptive behavior (disruptive behavior is defined as behavior which
interferes with the instructors ability to teach and the students ability to learn), the professor has permission to
ask the student to leave the class for the remainder of the period. For additional information on expected
behavior and procedures for student violation of Student Code of Conduct, go to
http://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/pnp/#Chapter_4.
Academic Honesty
Students are expected to abide by the code of academic honesty throughout this course. Academic
dishonesty and misconduct, including copying, fabrication, cheating, plagiarism, and forgery will not be
tolerated and will be reported to the Dean of Student Development and result in a failing grade. Academic
dishonesty is explained in Section VIII of the Student Code of Conduct, available online at
http://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/pnp/#Chapter_4.
Collegewide Policies and Procedures
Attendance and Participation
It is your responsibility to attend every class, on time. If you miss more than four classes, points will be
deducted from your final grade. Tardiness will not be tolerated either, and will affect your final grade. Not only
is your attendance recommended, but so is your active participation. If you are unable to meet these
expectations, then please notify me immediately.
Withdrawal and Refund Dates
It is the student’s responsibility to drop a course. Non-attendance of classes or failure to pay does not
constitute official withdrawal. Drop dates for this course are:
February 2, 2015 Last Day for Refund/ No Grade
February 16, 2015 Last Day to Change Audit/ Credit
April 20, 2015 Last Day for W Grade

4. Audit Policy
All students registered for audit are required to consult with the instructor before or during the first class
session in which they are in audit status, and students are required to participate in all course activities unless
otherwise agreed upon by the student and instructor at the time of consultation. Failure to consult with the
instructor or to so participate may result in the grade of “W” being awarded. This action may be taken by the in-
structor by changing the “AU” to “W” before the drop with “W” date.
Students with Disabilities
Any student who needs an accommodation due to a disability should make an appointment to see me. In
order to receive accommodations, a letter from Disability Support Services (G-SA 189; R-CB 122; or TP/SS-ST
122) will be needed. Any student who may need assistance in the event of an emergency evacuation must
identify to the Disability Support Services Office; guidelines for emergency evacuations for individuals with
disabilities are found at: www.montgomerycollege.edu/dss
Veteran’s Services
If you are a veteran or on active or reserve status and you are interested in information regarding
opportunities, programs and/or services, please visit the Combat2College website at
www.montgomerycollege.edu/combat2college.
Communication
It is recommended that you check his or her account routinely for official communication or as directed
by your instructor(s). Some items you may find there are: course announcements, invoices, important admis-
sion/registration information, waitlist status. To check your e-mail, log into your MyMC online account and
locate the e-mail icon in the upper right hand corner of the page.

5. Course Schedule of Topics, Readings and Assignments
Week 1: What is Sociology?
Tuesday January 27
Review syllabus, course expectations, and introductions
Thursday January 29
Henslin, Chapter 1: The Sociological Perspective
C. Wright Mills, “The Promise”
Week 2: Culture and Society
Tuesday February 3
Henslin, Chapter 2: Culture
Joseph Gusfield, “Keyword: Culture”
Thursday February 5
ASSIGNMENT #1
Week 3: Socialization and the Self
Tuesday February 10
Henslin, Chapter 3: Socialization
Sharon Link “George Mead’s “I” & “Me””
Thursday February 12
ASSIGNMENT #2
Week 4: Social Structure and Social Interaction
Tuesday February 17
Henslin, Chapter 4: Social Structure and Social Interaction
Robert Bellah, “We Live Through Institutions”
Thursday February 19
ASSIGNMENT #3
Week 5: Methods of Social Research
Tuesday February 24
Henslin, Chapter 5: How Sociologists Do Research
Thursday February 26
ASSIGNMENT #4
Week 6: Social Networks
Tuesday March 3
Henslin, Chapter 6: Societies to Social Networks
Thursday March 5

6. Week 7: Bureaucracy and Formal Organizations
Tuesday March 10
Henslin, Chapter 7: Bureaucracy and Formal Organizations
Thursday March 12
EXAM #1
Week 8:_(SPRING BREAK- NO CLASSES)
Tuesday March 17
NO CLASSES
Thursday March 19
NO CLASSES
Week 9: Deviance
Tuesday March 24
Henslin, Chapter 8: Deviance and Social Control
James Forman “The Society of Fugitives”
Thursday March 26
ASSIGNMENT #5
Week 10: Global Stratification
Tuesday April 7
Henslin, Chapter 9: Global Stratification
Davis and Moore “Some Principles of Stratification”
Thursday April 9
ASSIGNMENT #6
Week 11: Understanding Social Class
Tuesday April 14
Henslin, Chapter 10: Social Class in the United States
William Dumhoff “Who Rulers America? The Corporate Community and the Upper Class”
Thursday April 16
ASSIGNMENT #7
Week 12: The Fluidity of Sex and Gender
Tuesday April 21
Henslin, Chapter 11: Sex & Gender
Judith Lorber, “Night of His Day: The Social Construction of Gender”
Thursday April 23
Week 13: Exploring Race and Ethnicity
Tuesday April 28
Henslin, Chapter 12: Race and Ethnicity
Peggy McIntosh, “White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack”
Thursday April 30
ASSIGNMENT #8

7. Week 14: The Economy
Tuesday May 5
Henslin, Chapter 14: The Economy
Hanna Rosin “The End of Men”
Thursday May 7
ANALYTIC PAPER DUE
Week 15: (FINALS WEEK)
Tuesday May 12
Study for final
Thursday May 14
FINAL EXAM
*Course syllabus is subject to change*

8. Readings/ AssignmentsDue:
Week Henslin Assignment
1 Ch. 1
“The Promise”
-
2 Ch. 2
“Keyword: Culture”
#1
3 Ch. 3
“George Mead’s “I” & “Me””
#2
4 Ch. 4
“We Live Through Institutions”
#3
5 Ch. 5 -
6 Ch. 6 #4
7 Exam/ Ch. 7 -
8 NO CLASS -
9 Ch. 8
“The Society of Fugitives”
#5
10 Ch. 9 #6
11 Ch. 10
“Who Rulers America? The Corporate
Community and the Upper Class”
#7
12 Ch. 11 -
13 Ch. 12
“White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible
Knapsack”
#8
14 Ch. 14
“The End of Men”
Analytic Paper
15 EXAM #2 -