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CSUB and SDSU Class Project Page
The General email address for this class: soc100@csubak.eduNon class members may E-mail Jim Ross to make comments, suggestions, or ask questions about this course. Include your email address if you want a response.
Class members must use their Runner Mail account to send email messages. For instructions on how to use your Runner Mail account check out Introduction to Runner Mail
Class room and Times for Sociology 100 Section 3
CRN: 13357
Room: DDH 103K
Times: TR 8:00AM-10:20AM
Break 9:00 (approximately)
Exam: Thursday March 20, 2003 8:00AM-10:30AM
Instructor: Jim Ross
Office: CC201 (664-2384)
e-mail: jross@csubak.edu
Office Hours: CC 201 M 9:30-11:30 T,R 10:30-11:45
Click here for any changes in office hours. -> In all cases check my door and sign up 1 day in advance to guarantee office hours.
Note: On occasions I will hold office hours in locations other then my office. There will be a note on my door and directions if this occurs.
Last Winter Quater we worked closely with an introductory class being taught at South Dakota State University. Communication procedures were developed and common projects were created that enabled us to examine sociological diffirences between the two campuses.If possible we amy continue some of these efforts this year. The web site for last year is CSUB and SDSU Class Project Page
During the quarter, students of Sociology 100 will:
1. Learn the difference between scientific and non scientific
models of human behavior.
2. Understand and be able to use the scientific process in
understanding sociological topics.
3. Understand the sociological perspective and basic concepts of
sociology.
4. Apply a sociological point of view to every day life; our
observations and experiences of the world around us.
5. Use several of the methods of sociology for collecting and
analyzing social data.
6. Appreciate the sociological classics (Durkheim, Marx, Weber,
etc.) as well as contemporary contributions to sociology to
expand our understanding of human society and behavior.
7. Develop some sense of the history and uses of the discipline
of sociology.
A variety of course activities--text readings, lectures, discussions, films, group exercises, research exercises, quizzes, and exams are utilized to contribute to attaining these goals.
The San Francisco Chronicle or The Los Angeles Times newspaper, available in front of the library and at many newsstands (not all) or in most libraries free. You could share with a friend. You can also use the web source for these newspapers (at least the San Francisco Chronicle, the LA Times shows only current news), for some class projects, by clicking below:
Class members on the way to are from school should listen to one hour of NPR Morning Edition (5:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.) and/or All things Considered (5:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. on public radio at 89.2 FM) and see 60 Minutes Sunday 7:00-8:00 on CBS when possible.
It is expected that you will scan at least one of the papers, The San Francisco Chronicle or The Los Angeles Times, daily and be aware of current events and attitudes. Use the paper and NPR as resource material for class projects, discussions and test examples.
Sociology 100 Workbook (Approximately $15 in past editions), a class workbook containing class outlines, additional readings, assignments and other material. I hope to have the workbook available by Tuesday of the first week, at The Copy Network (4410 Easton Drive roughly behind Builders Emporium and Mervyn's [322-3450]. Please do not call or go by for the workbook until Tuesday of week one. Additional material for the workbook will be handed out in class and made available on the internet. I suggest you keep a looseleaf notebook/portfolio for these materials and other work done in this class.
When possible, material such as videos, will be placed on closed reserve at the C.S.U.B. library.
General Rules and ExpectationsA00
A01
(Available after assignment completion) Sample outline of characteristics for A01)
A02
(Available after assignment completion) Sample Student paper for A02)
A03
A04
A05 and A06
(A sample Student paper for A05/A06 may be available after assignment completion if I can find it!)
A06--Your Assignment Worth 5 Points
Web Resources
- Infomation Competence Toolbox
- Introduction to Runner Mail
- Introduction to AOL Instant Messenger
- Sample Questions and Study Suggestions for Midterm
- Web Links and Current News for Sociology and Education
(1) Attendance and Study Expectations etc:
I expect students to attend classes, be on time, be prepared and not disrupt class by leaving in the middle of presentations. I will be on time, prepared, and return papers as promptly as possible. Class exercises, presentations, and discussions will be of primary importancs for the course with the text, readings and computer exercises providing supporting information. Each class member is responsible for obtaining missed materials, notes, handouts etc., from others in the class. Absences or tardiness beyond two class periods will result in a two percent deduction on final grade for each late (or left early) or missed class. If you have more then four Absences or tardiness you have missed a significant amount of material and experiences and should likely drop this class. Choose beach/skiing/jury/sick days carefully! Athletes and other students with special scheduling difficulties must discuss these with the instructor 2 weeks prior to the difficulty to be considered for special arrangements.
It is expected that most students will spend around 10 hours per week studying for this class. This includes reading, checking out web locations, completing lab assignments, etc. Some students may have to spend more then 10 hours per week studying for this class.
(2) Communication:
RunnerMail: We will use the C.S.U.B. computer system, CSUB Rummer Mail for communication and distribution of class materials. Each student will try their Runner Mail accounts accounts in the main computer lab in the basement of the library or on any computer connected to the internet. Students will have to check their e-mail and if necessary download materials from. You must use Runner Mail for communication in our class because the system is set up for distribution lists that ensures class members get their mail. I give priority to Runner mail messages in my email. Due to a huge mail volume I do not always get to mail from other sources which is frequently "junk mail". Runner Mail is located at:
- Your User Name is your first initial and last name with no spaces. If there is more then one student with the same name you may have a number following your name (my Runner Mail user name is jross, if there were others with the same name they would be jross2, jross3, ...)
- Your password is your social security number (student ID for exchange students)
I suggest changing your password ASAP but be sure and create a password that is not obvious to others and one you can remember. Runner Mail is quite easy. A help document is available at Runner Mail. I will briefly review Runner Mail in class if needed. Computer lab assistants can also give you help.
AOL Instant Messenger: We will use AOL's chat program for communication between class members and between students and the instructor (when he is available). Information on using AOL's Instant Messenger can be found at:
Introduction to AOL Instant Messenger
Be sure and add your RunnerMail and your AOL Instant Messenger address to the class list at:
(3) Drops:
The catalog regulations for dropping classes will be followed. Drops only for "serious and compelling reasons" after the 6th week of class.(4) Plagiarism:
Plagiarism, copying or imitating the language, ideas and/or thoughts of another author and passing them off as one's original work. Fraud, deceit, trickery, sharp practice or breach of confidence by which it is sought to gain some unfair or dishonest advantage. (American College Dictionary, Random House, 1964)
Plagiarism is an extremely serious offense. Using published or unpublished material without citing the source is plagiarism. You may use someone else's material if you appropriately enclose it in quotation marks and precisely reference its source. Such material, however, should be used sparingly, if at all. Simply paraphrasing someone else's material by minimal rearrangement of the wording is also plagiarism. It is an equally serious offense if you write a paper for someone else, or copy someone else's work, or allow someone to copy your work. Using material from a paper you previously wrote for another purpose other then this specific class is also plagiarism. Turning in a paper, created by a group, as a personal effort is cheating. Making up data instead of performing appropriate research data collection procedures is considered a serious violation of scientific and academic honesty. In all cases, these acts are cheating. Students who commit any of these offenses will (1) receive a failing grade in the course, and (2) will receive a letter of reprimand from the professor, a copy of which will be placed in their files. A repeated instance of academic fraud will result in a petition to have the student permanently expelled from the university. The CSUB catalog contains a statement on cheating/plagerism.
Students who may be unsure as to whether or not their writing or other work may constitute academic fraud (cheating or plagiarism) should seek the advice of their instructor prior to formal submission or presentation. Plagiarism and academic fraud are serious offenses, but they are easily avoided with a modicum of care and forethought. For more specifics on plagiarism I expect everyone to read this sourcethe first week of class:
http://www.csubak.edu/ssric/Modules/Other/plagiarism.htm
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(1) Participation Points: Assignments and Attendance
In general participation requires effort, time, seeking help from other class members, giving help to others, etc. while evaluation is a comparative evaluation of knowledge and skills.Grading will be based on the following:(a) Assignments: Class members will write 5-6 short papers to develop and demonstrate their sociological reasoning skills. Each paper will have specific guidelines that will be distributed (via e-mail are class home page site) to class members prior to their write up. The first assignment (A00) guidelines are available on the class web site.
I will subtract 1-3% participation points for each paper not satisfactorily completed. -1 participation point for one class day late (no papers accepted beyond 1 late class day) -2 participation points for lack of professional quality including typed name, class, date and assignment number at top right of paper) -1 to 3 participation points for incorrect/incomplete papers. Papers may be revised and resubmitted the class after the paper is returned if they receive a -3. Revised papers will be given no more then 2 of the 3 participation points. Papers submitted late cannot be revised and no paper will be accepted after the first class following the due date. Exceptions to this policy are extremely rare and must be approved in advance by the instructor. Papers must be typed (handwritten papers will not be accepted) and turned in on the due date at the class for those attending CSUB. Assignments are emailed as an attachment by distance learning students after class on the due date. You may not turn in papers to the secratary, place under my door, place in any of my mail boxes. On site students may not email assignments to me.
(b)Attendance: Absences, tardiness, leaving early beyond two class periods (lab or lecture) will result in a two percent deduction on final grade for each absence. Choose work/beach/skiing/sick days carefully. If more then 4 absences occur the class should be dropped.
(2) Grading Points: Evaluation/Testing
Quizzes: Quizzes will be given frequently. They will be given to verify vocablary knowledge and study comprehension and understanding of chapter and class discussed concepts. Most will occur at the end of discussion of each chapter but some quizzes will be given prior to discussion of the chapter to test reading comprehension and to motivate study.
Midterm: A midterm will be given the 5th or 6th week of the quarter. The midterm will be composed of a selection of questions including multiple choice, fill in the blank, matching, short answer and discussion questions.
Final: A comprehensive final will be given during exam week. It will include a selection of questions from multiple choice, fill in the blank, matching, short answer and discussion
(3) Grade Points Distribution
The two components for determination of grades are, participation and evaluation. Participation is worth approximately 60 points. Participation includes but is not limited to homework assignments, class attendance, and group work. It includes all class components directed toward learning. Grading/evaluation, approximately 40 points of class, includes those tasks directed to comparative evaluation of student knowledge and skills and includes quizzes, midterm and final. In general participation requires effort, time, seeking help from other class members, giving help to others, etc. while grading is a comparative evaluation of knowledge and skills.
(NOTE: No make ups will be given: class average will substitute for missed midterm. Missed quizzes, when one has exceeded the 2 excused absences, will be counted as 0.)
Participation Points (60 points of class grade)
Papers-homework 15 points--Five short typed papers. Each paper counts 3 points
Attendance 40 points--Each class counts 2 pointsExtra points 5--To be decided (A06)Grading/evaluation points (60 points of class grade)
Midterm 33% -Given 5th or 6th week of quarter
Quizzes 33%- Given on each chapter
Final Exam 33%- Given as scheduledAll individual tests and exams, grading/evaluation points, are curved with a normal distribution. (approximately 15% - A, 35% - B, 35% - C, 15% - D).
Note: In calculating your final grade (1) your Grading/evaluation points will be determined and then (2) Participation Points lost on homework and projects, missed classes (exceeding two), etc. will be subtracted. Your reported grade is assigned by the scale listed below.
Scale for class grade
97-100 A+ 93-96 A 90-93 A-
87-89 B+ 83-86 B 80-83 B-
77-79 C+ 73-77 C 70-73 C-
67-69 D+ 63-67 D 60-63 D-
below 60 F