University:
California State University, Northridge
Course:
SOC 150 | Introductory Sociology
Academic year:

2023
Views:

16

Pages:

2
Author:

Mahmoud M.

Sociology notes Comparative Social Sciences All studies of human behavior and aspects of life, but the focus of each is difficult ○ Cultural Anthropology: Culture or lifestyle ○ Psychology: Individual Behavior and Mental Processes ○ Political Science: Systems of Government and Power ○ Sociology: Human Interaction, Groups, and Social Structures How and why research? ● Fundamental Elements of Sociological Research: ○ Being able to observe what is going on in the social world ○ Helping us do our jobs better ○ Understanding and explaining why (for example, dropping out of high school) Some Aspects of Sociological Research Benefits: ● Self-awareness and personal growth ● Better understanding of social phenomena ● Target and understanding of local and international issues ● Understanding cultural differences ● Ability to assess impacts ● Understanding the law Life is not easy ● Practical skills What do doctors do? ● University Study ○ Teaching, Research ● Social Work Agency Study ○ Personal or Personal Relationships ● Institutional Studies ○ Needs or Human Services or People ● 444 Employment Policy 4 ○ Government 44 Sector 4 Policy 4. 4 Critical Skills and Sociology Education ● Communication and Human Relations ● Research and Analysis ● Computers/Technology ● Flexibility