Online Class: Sociology 101

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20Lessons
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15Hours
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1.5CEUs
Course Description
Sociology 101: Unlocking the Sociological Imagination
Dive into the intriguing world of sociology, where we unpack society's intricate web of connections, conflicts, and constructs. Whether you're a budding sociologist or a curious mind looking to better understand the social intricacies around you, "Sociology 101" stands ready to offer you a robust and comprehensive guide to the subject.
Course Overview:
Deepen your knowledge with nineteen meticulously curated lessons, each designed to illuminate distinct facets of sociological thought. Drawing from both classical and contemporary perspectives, this course invites students to link age-old theories with current research. Beyond the theoretical, we will explore practical topics that shape our daily lives and inform societal structures. The goal? Cultivate a genuine sociological imagination—one that empowers you to critically analyze yourself, your immediate society, and the broader world.
Do These Questions Resonate?
- Ever pondered the true essence of 'culture'?
- Curious about the forces that shape our beliefs and behaviors?
- Contemplated the societal underpinnings of discrimination—be it based on age, gender, race, or ethnicity?
- Passionate about debates surrounding freedom of speech, environmental conservation, or the intersections of religion and modern life?
If even one of these inquiries sparks your interest, then this course promises a rich learning experience tailored for you.
Course Requirements:
Each lesson is sequential, ensuring a structured learning experience. A student must complete each lesson in full before proceeding to the subsequent lesson. With each lesson, students will encounter a review quiz and an assignment designed to reinforce learned concepts. A successful course completion requires a cumulative score of 70% or above.
Flexible Learning, Anytime, Anywhere:
One of the prime benefits of this course is its adaptability to your routine. With no stringent timings for lectures and multiple communication channels available, students can engage with the course material and the instructor at their convenience.
Join Us Today:
With 24/7 open enrollment, there's no need to delay your sociological journey. Register today, immerse yourself in the captivating world of sociology, and emerge with a sharpened understanding of the social structures that shape us.
Course Motivation
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1. Understanding Society: The Role of Sociology in Analyzing Social Structures
Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Introductions
Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 1 Review Exam
Lesson 2. An In-Depth Look at Society's Functional, Conflict, and Interactionist Views
Lesson 2 Video
Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam
Lesson 3. Crafting a Comprehensive Sociological Research Study
Lesson 3 Video
Lesson discussions: Survey Participation
Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam
Lesson 4. Unraveling Culture: A Complex Tapestry of Norms and Values
Lesson 4 Video
Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam
Lesson 5. Socialization Throughout Life
Lesson 5 Video
Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 5 Review Exam
Lesson 6. Understanding Social Interaction and Its Categories
Lesson 6 Video
Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 6 Review Exam
Lesson 7. The Complexity of Human Groups: Types, Interactions, and Traits
Lesson 7 Video
Lesson discussions: Group Affiliation
Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 7 Review Exam
Lesson 8. Understanding Governance: From Autocracy to Democracy
Lesson 8 Video
Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 8 Review Exam
Lesson 9. Cities in Flux: The Environmental and Social Ramifications of Urban Growth
Lesson 9 Video
Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 9 Review Exam
Lesson 10. The Complexity of Crime and Social Conformity
Lesson 10 Video
Lesson discussions: Writing Etiquette
Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 10 Review Exam
Lesson 11. Exploring Social Stratification: Understanding Class and Inequality in the United States
Lesson 11 Video
Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 11 Review Exam
Lesson 12. The Struggles Against Inequality: Gender and Age
Lesson 12 Video
Lesson discussions: Ageism?
Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 12 Review Exam
Lesson 13. Deconstructing Racial Myths and Ethnic Realities
Lesson 13 Video
Assessment: Lesson 13 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 13 Review Exam
Lesson 14. Tradition vs Modernity in Marriage
Lesson 14 Video
Assessment: Lesson 14 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 14 Review Exam
Lesson 15. Globalization: Shaping New Work Ethics and Values
Lesson 15 Video
Assessment: Lesson 15 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 15 Review Exam
Lesson 16. Understanding Media: Power, Influence, and Responsibility
Lesson 16 Video
Assessment: Lesson 16 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 16 Review Exam
Lesson 17. Reconciling Faith and Education: Balancing Religious Beliefs in Public Schooling
Lesson 17 Video
Assessment: Lesson 17 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 17 Review Exam
Lesson 18. Navigating the Complexities of Environmental Health
Lesson 18 Video
Lesson discussions: Do you feel protected?
Assessment: Lesson 18 Exam
Lesson 19. The Power of Unity: How Social Movements Shape Society
Lesson 19 Video
Assessment: Lesson 19 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 19 Review Exam
Lesson 20. Final Exploration in Social Structures and Systems
Lesson discussions: Course Completion Poll: Your Thoughts; Final Survey; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
Assessment: Final Exam
Assessment: Lesson 20 Review Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Define sociology.
- Describe developing a sociological perspective, sociological research, and culture.
- Describe socialization and the life cycle.
- Describe social interaction.
- Describe groups and organizations.
- Describe governments, political power, and war.
- Describe urbanization and population.
- Describe deviance, crime, and social conformity.
- Describe stratification, class, and inequality.
- Describe gender, age, race, and ethnic inequality.
- Describe marriage and the family.
- Describe work and economic life.
- Describe mass media and education.
- Describe religion and education.
- Describe health and the environment.
- Describe social change and social movements.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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