This document provides an introduction and overview for a large introductory sociology course. It outlines the course structure including lectures, discussion sections, instructors and teaching assistants. It lists the required textbooks and materials. It also outlines the sociological perspective of the course, grading criteria, student services, course objectives, and advice for students.

1. INTRODUCTION TO THE LARGE SOC 101: FORMAT AND EXPECTATIONS Soc 101: Introductory Sociology (Prof. K.R. Greene) September 3, 2008

2. The Instructional Staff Professor K.R. Greene, Ph.D Teaching Assistants Paul Cortopassi ( Sections 03, 07 & 13) Rodrigo Pacheco-McEvoy (Sections 04, 08 & 10) Nicole Rangel (Sections (Section 09, 12 & 15) Arthur Reed (Sections 01, 06 & 14) Rachel Smith (Sections 02, 05 & 11)

3. Structure of Instruction Lectures by Professor Greene Mondays and Wednesdays 9:00am-9:50am Clickers will be used for learning assessment & attendance Usually, 2 TAs will roam with “Oprah” microphones for questions and comments. Discussion Section Meetings with TAs Attend assigned section Attendance will be taken Assignments generally turned in at section

4. Materials You Need Textbooks The Real World (Ferris & Stein) Mapping the Social Landscape (Ferguson) When Sex Goes to School (Luker) **free** Penguin Dictionary of Sociology **optional** Supplies CPS Clicker Registered through Blackboard (2) Small Red Scantron Forms for Midterm (1) & Final (1)

5. Sociological Orientation The world is socially constructed. Human beings are agents of change. Social structure shapes the meaning of action. Often critical of the status quo .

6. Grading Criteria Lecture Participation 15% Mid-term Exam 15% Written Assignments 20% Section Participation 15% Final Paper 15% Final Exam 20%

7. Student Services Student Disability Services Counseling & Psychological Services Student Health Services

8. Course Objectives Learn key terms and thinkers in sociology Practice thinking like a sociologist—beginner’s mind Figure out what’s important in an assignment & put it in your own terms. Write like a nerdy grown-up. Construct solid, logical arguments

9. How to Be Good Spend lots of time on homework Be on time & stay the whole time Always show up Make friends Check for the scoop Take responsibility and control

10. How to Be Better Try really hard Turn in assignments Do not procrastinate Be your best self in class NEVER CHEAT!!!!

11. Things To-Do for Next Week Read & take syllabus test by Saturday at 9am (Blackboard) Register CPS Clickers (Blackboard) Do readings for Sept 8 th -12 th Bring any questions or comments with you to class. This is not what you will be discussing in section next week.