INTRODUCTION
This text is designed to relate Sociology to students in a very applied, ‘real world’ manner. Sociology for Everyone brings Sociology to life as it draws on connections to careers, and applies sociological theory to the real world and the work world. Theory, methods, and research are important, but not for their own sake. They have to relate to student's interests and career paths. Sociology for Everyone succeeds in this aim because it is active, engaging, and relevant to students, while reinforcing the existence of sociology in everyday life and as a vital tool in career–focussed programs (such as nursing, police, security, early childhood education, human development, social services).
Here is what some reviewers have said about the book:
“I like the modular format. It makes the chapter more inviting since it is broken up into chunks”
–Jacquie Cottingham, Confederation College
“It is very colourful, and I personally love colour. It will clearly have excellent visual appeal, and it might well attract some students to spend more time than they currently do reading their texts”.
–Brenda Bennett, School of Practical Nursing, George Brown College
“Yes this new textbook would serve my Sociology course because of the number of chapters, the type of language used and the reinforcement of concept maps, quizzes, and discussion questions. I believe these are the necessary ingredients for an excellent Sociology text”.
–Melanie Marchand, Police Studies, Georgian College
“I really like the use of the multiple choice questions embedded in the chapter (rather than at the end). This will give students an immediate opportunity to test their understanding of concepts. I also like the inclusion of key terms in the margin”.
–Kelly Henley, Liberal Arts, St. Clair College
Table of Contents
In 12 concise chapters, Ravelli/Webber/Patterson engages students in Sociological theory by using a number of highly effective features and learning tools. The text uses a modular layout which serves as a visual and pedagogical guide to explain topics in a clear manner. The writing style is also very accessible students and the text uses a number of examples students will relate to.
Chapter 1 Understanding the Sociological Imagination
Chapter 2 Research, Methodology, and Ethics
Chapter 3 Culture
Chapter 4 Socialization and Social Interaction
Chapter 5 Crime, Law, and Regulation
Chapter 6 Families
Chapter 7 Social Inequality
Chapter 8 Gender and Sexualities
Chapter 9 Race and Racialization
Chapter 10 Mass Media
Chapter 11 Aging, Disabilities, and Health Policy
Chapter 12 Social Change and the Future
Available january 2010
© 2011 • ISBN–13: 9780135113561 • 400 pages
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