Category: Sociology

you will take photographs and reflect upon the sociological implications of those images. The photos need to be your own, either taken by you or connected to you in some way (for example, family or friend photos). Do NOT search the internet for photos. The main goal is to reflect on the sociological implications of your photos in relation to sport issues, controversies, (Violence in sports, deviance, Gender in sports, etc.) You must include at least five images in your project, each connected to a different concept. The images you include can be candid photos of people, scenery, inanimate objects, animals, images from advertising, buildings, food, or anything that strikes you as relevant to the key concepts and issues in this course within your daily life. You may also wish to stage photos, although my experience is that candid photographs are the most compelling.
Please note: If you plan to include photographs of people you should do so while still maintaining their privacy and making sure they consent to having their photo taken. In general, if the person you are photographing has a reasonable expectation of privacy, you should only include their image in such a way that their privacy is not compromised.
You should embed the five images in a PowerPoint presentation, using a basic template design, and include your commentary either on the same slide or on the next slide (depending on the orientation and size of the photo). Your commentary for each image should be 2 paragraphs of about 150-200 total words. Paragraph 1 should include a brief descriiption of the photograph. Paragraph 2 should be a reflection on the sociological implications of the image (this part should be the bulk of your write-up).

The paper should be around six pages long, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins, and written in 12-point font. At least five references are required. The paper critically engages an issue of current social concern or controversy. Arguments are based on facts, data and empirical studies. Be sure to engage the arguments of at least two of the readings.
The two readings are Sharon E. Preves, Ph.D., INTERSEX NARRATIVES Gender, Medicine, and Identity, and Rick Noack, SWEDEN IS ABOUT TO ADD A GENDER-NEUTRAL PRONOUN TO ITS OFFICIAL DICTIONARY. This article just reinforces gender-neutral stances, which is good for intersex people.

Please take a few minutes to look at Pablo Picasso’s artwork below: After taking it in tell me what you see and feel in Number one below:
1- Please provide some detail as to some of the things you see, how it makes you feel, and what you think the art is about?
DO NOT READ THIS SECTION UNTIL YOU COMPLETE PART 1 ABOVE.
The painting (1937), which you may have seen before is titled Guernica, named after the town that was bombed by Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy. Pictured include a gored horse, a bull, screaming women, a dead baby, a dismembered soldier, and flames. Making the anti-war painting even more powerful is its size (approximately 12 ft x 26 ft). The savagery is unavoidable. The imagery is intentionally lacking color (black and white, dark grays); and his style ties in the fragmented and mutilated human bodies; the lack of realism. It is an abstract depiction of a historical event (the attack on the town of Guernica); and reflects the feelings of agony; desperation; hopelessness; oppression; death; destruction; chaos. A particular symbol that stands out is the “broken” bull – traditionally a symbol of Spain – that, despite the painting’s abstract depiction of war, nevertheless implicates the Spanish nation in particular.
2-Now choose a group in the US with unique “cultural” art. How does it reflect the culture they are immersed in? (NOTE: the artwork may be reflective of a subculture, if so that should be noted). You must include a copy of a typical piece of art in your post.
4- Now choose a piece of artwork that has particular cultural relevance historically from somewhere outside of the US. You must include a picture in your post of the art you have chosen and describe how it makes you feel, what you see, and how it ties in the culture or historical relevance of the time. You may not choose another students posted art so you may post what you desire to use and then come back and add to it later.
5- Tell me why art, which can come in the form of music, graphic, dance, and so much more is often used a form of expression for a culture?

Please take a few minutes to look at Pablo Picasso’s artwork below: After taking it in tell me what you see and feel in Number one below:
1- Please provide some detail as to some of the things you see, how it makes you feel, and what you think the art is about?
DO NOT READ THIS SECTION UNTIL YOU COMPLETE PART 1 ABOVE.
The painting (1937), which you may have seen before is titled Guernica, named after the town that was bombed by Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy. Pictured include a gored horse, a bull, screaming women, a dead baby, a dismembered soldier, and flames. Making the anti-war painting even more powerful is its size (approximately 12 ft x 26 ft). The savagery is unavoidable. The imagery is intentionally lacking color (black and white, dark grays); and his style ties in the fragmented and mutilated human bodies; the lack of realism. It is an abstract depiction of a historical event (the attack on the town of Guernica); and reflects the feelings of agony; desperation; hopelessness; oppression; death; destruction; chaos. A particular symbol that stands out is the “broken” bull – traditionally a symbol of Spain – that, despite the painting’s abstract depiction of war, nevertheless implicates the Spanish nation in particular.
2-Now choose a group in the US with unique “cultural” art. How does it reflect the culture they are immersed in? (NOTE: the artwork may be reflective of a subculture, if so that should be noted). You must include a copy of a typical piece of art in your post.
4- Now choose a piece of artwork that has particular cultural relevance historically from somewhere outside of the US. You must include a picture in your post of the art you have chosen and describe how it makes you feel, what you see, and how it ties in the culture or historical relevance of the time. You may not choose another students posted art so you may post what you desire to use and then come back and add to it later.
5- Tell me why art, which can come in the form of music, graphic, dance, and so much more is often used a form of expression for a culture?

Select an activist group (different than your first application choice), past or present, that interests you that is working towards some sort of social change. This could be a group who you support, oppose, know little about, or have heard much about. Examine the group’s goals, tactics/strategies, messages, and use of various forms of media (including social media). 1) Describe the activist group you chose. Identify the group’s commitment to a larger social movement or cause, and discuss its particular goals. 2) Discuss the core movement elements and social movements concepts you see in this group (use the textbook to help). 3) Describe the group’s media campaign. Which forms of media or messaging do you think is most successful and why? 4) What other strategies than media does the group use to achieve its goals? (ex: protests, rallies, boycotts, etc.) 5) How effective is the group at convincing others to join the cause? What kind of reaction did they elicit from you? 1-1.5 pages, double-spaced. At least TWO sources, cited in APA. Here are the links for the reading https://guides.loc.gov/latinx-civil-rights/united-farm-workers-union https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zySKwvQCpXE https://www.zinnedproject.org/materials/viva-la-causa/

Summarize the post .
For each discussion activity, you are responsible for posting a reply to at least one postings made by your classmates.
After you have made your original post, read some of the posts from your classmates and construct two reply post of 100-150 words that responds to two of your group-mate’s original posts. Your reply post should be written such that it does one or more of: identifies something that you find especially interesting or insightful about your classmate’s original post; poses an engaging and relevant question and/or builds on the ideas from your classmate’s original post; raises a real-life experience or observation that you feel would be relevant to illustrate or help further develop an idea or point in your classmate’s original post.
Please note that you will need to make an original post before you can read and respond to your peers’ posts.
Some points to keep in mind:
Be clear and to the point in your postings.
Edit your work. Your posts should be coherent and use proper grammar and spelling.
Keep postings to 100-150 words. Quality is better than quantity.
Contribute your own thoughts about the material you have read.
Support your thoughts by referencing the readings used, and references used in post below or other outside literature.
Raise additional questions or points of discussion to stimulate further discussion.
If you have questions, show that you have already tried to find a solution.
Respect the viewpoints of your peers. Ask for clarification if you don’t understand a point. Assume good intentions.
Use the proper terminology introduced in the course readings.
When using literature in your postings, make sure to provide references in proper APA 7 Style.
Show respect and sensitivity to peers’ gender, cultural and linguistic background, political, and religious beliefs.
You are strongly encouraged to take the time to review the following documents on writing quality discussion posting and on taking roles in discussions.Taking a role in online discussion.Taking a Role in Online Discussions Below are some roles that anyone in an online discussion can fulfill in order to help move an online discussion forward in productive ways. See if you can determine what role is required in your online discussion and then write a message that takes on that role. Devil’s Advocate • Takes opposing points of view to those currently under discussion Pollinator • Travels to other groups, reads their postings and summarizes points made in other groups not made in home group. Facilitator • Comments on the groups process (e.g. “Perhaps we should all remember to put a subject line in our messages.”) • Encourages others to participate, • Starts a thread or an idea on the topic, if the discussion lags. Summarizer / Discussion Weaver • Summarizes the discussion for the group at specific intervals in 1 or 2 short paragraphs. Usually summarizes twice per week or if the discussion lags • Reminds others about what has already been discussed. • Asks the group what issues have been concluded and what ones are still to be discussed. • Relates ideas in posted messages to one another. Researcher • Assumes responsibility for looking at what is available on the net, journals etc. and brings ideas back to the group. Responder • Replies to others and builds on the ideas of others. This is a role that everyone in the group must perform for every discussion.
POST-1( Emily Terranova )
I decided to ask my parents what they believe leads an individual to kill another individual. After reading my mom and dad’s responses I was able to align their reasonings with theories from Brookman’s readings. Here are my parents’ responses and how I believe they connect to Brookman’s theories:Melissa (my mother, age 46) said: “Marital affairs can also lead people to become killers. A partner is having a side relationship and the new person isn’t aware of the current relationship their new love has. The person who is in a long-term relationship, maybe with children, will kill off their family so they can move on without the “old” family feeling hurt and abandoned. It also stops the worry of divorce costs, custody battles and baggage in the new relationship. These people also lose sight of reality and live in a delusional mindset.”This response highlights theories regarding emotional and psychological factors. In Brookman’s piece, Psychological Explanations of Homicide, she mentions how emotional deprivation may lead an individual to kill. Emotional deprivation and inadequate nurturing or care can lead to frustration. This frustration can blind an individual, as they begin to lose sight of reality and see only one, tragic and unfortunate way out of a situation. As Melissa mentioned in her answer, if one person in a relationship is being cheated on, neglected, and deprived of attention altogether they may become so full of anger and clouded by frustration that they turn to violence. Melissa also mentions a “delusional mindset” in her response which reflects Brookman’s exploration of mental illness and its relation to violent behaviors. Those experiencing mental illnesses or emotional crises may lose touch with reality and turn to violence (Brookman, 2005). Regarding her age, my mom’s response may have to do with her understanding of the consequences that come with marital issues. Although she has not faced these issues personally, being a middle-aged woman has likely exposed my mom to situations involving other couples and their difficulties with marital relationships. Joe (my dad, age 49) said:“Protecting your loved ones from a threat may lead to homicide.”While Joe’s response is far shorter, it brings up issues relating to defensive behaviours and how individuals kill to protect themselves and others. Individuals who perceive threats may resort to extreme measures to protect their loved ones (Brookman, 2005). To use my dad’s response as an example, a father who believes his family is in danger may commit a crime to protect his loved ones. The perceived threat that the father sees and is experiencing clouds his better judgment, inducing paranoia and fear, resulting in a homicide. Additionally, one may experience internal turmoil as they perceive a threat to their family. In these situations, a response to protect and even kill may not be premeditated but a desperate action taken to protect their loved ones (Brookman, 2005). Joe’s response to the discussion question makes sense as he is a father himself and has strong protective instincts towards his family.
References: Brookman, F. (2005). Biological explanations of homicide. In Understanding Homicide (pp. 56–74). SAGE Publications Ltd. http://dx.doi.org/10.4135/9781446216361.n3
Brookman, F. (2005). Psychological explanations of homicide. In Understanding Homicide (pp. 75–99). SAGE Publications Ltd. http://dx.doi.org/10.4135/9781446216361.n4
Post-2 ( Kaitlynn Piche)
After asking a friend and family member how they would explain what leads an individual to kill another individual, the first response I received was that homicide occurs from personal choices and moral failings. He believes that individuals who commit homicide are typically driven by personal conflicts or a lack of self-control, often tied to substance abuse or revenge. He primarily excludes external factors and focuses on an individual’s choice. This view aligns with Gottfredson and Hirschi’s theory. They believed that those with low self-control are more vulnerable to the temptations of crime (Brookman, 2021). According to their theory, criminals are impulsive, risk-takers, have low cognitive and academic skills, are self-centred, have low empathy, and have short time horizons. Wilson and Herrnstein’s view on an individual’s criminal tendencies can also relate to this view, as they argue whether a person commits a crime depends upon whether the perceived benefits outweigh the potential costs (Brookman, 2021). This opinion on homicide came from my grandfather. As an older male from a rural background, his view reflects a more conservative, justice-focused approach. With his father having been a soldier, he grew up with an idea of the aspects of the criminal justice system, strengthening his belief in personal accountability. His rural location may also shape his view, as he sees fewer incidents of organized crime or gang violence but more substance abuse-related violence, particularly with alcohol. The second response I received was from my friend majoring in sociology. She believes individuals who commit homicide come from environments where violence is normalized. She believes that growing up in a community marked by crime, poverty, and a lack of resources leads individuals to learn violent behaviours from those around them. This type of violence can stem from a lack of positive role models, as well as the absence of adequate social interventions to try and break the cycle of violence. Her view strongly aligns with social learning theory, which suggests that behaviour is learned through direct experience or observation. In communities where violence is common, individuals are more likely to model their actions from what they have seen or experienced because it is repeatedly reinforced in their environment. Willie’s classification scheme of murderers, where he developed the “psychopathic” personality, can also relate to this view on homicide. This type of individual fails to learn from their experiences due to a damaged ego structure (Brookman, 2021). As such, they would be failing to learn from the violent experiences they have had in their environments. As a sociology major, she is familiar with social criminological theories that emphasize how behaviours are learned. Her urban upbringing provides firsthand exposure to the challenges faced by communities where violence is constant. Being young and female and studying in a field that highlights societal inequalities, she gravitates toward theories that emphasize prevention and intervention rather than solely focusing on criminal punishment.Brookman, F. (2005). Biological explanations of homicide. In Understanding Homicide (pp.
56-74). SAGE Publications Ltd, https://doi.org/10.4135/9781446216361
Brookman, F. (2005). Psychological explanations of homicide. In Understanding Homicide (pp.
75-99). SAGE Publications Ltd, https://doi.org/10.4135/9781446216361
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(Chapters 11, 12 & 13)
CHAPTER 11:
Background/things to consider: Work-life balance was once all the rage in terms of desired working/familial conditions for adults. This changed rapidly, however, as technology shifted, and continues to shift in this post-pandemic era. Many theorists suggest that work-life balance is a thing of the past and we must focus instead on work-life integration. After reading Chapter 11, take a look at the following blog that discusses work-life integration during COVID and then take a look at the summary of a recent colloquia (talk) at the Yale School of Management. Then, answer the question for Chapter 11. Pundits from multiple disciplines have agreed that COVID shifted our way of life. Organizational Psychologists have been examining this more integrative approach for several years, but now this discussion has come to the forefront since we can’t really separate the two anymore. Once upon a time, folks would go to work for specified hours, clock out and go home. There was no work-related activity that went on at home. That has changed for many people with the advent of the smartphone and wifi, and has changed over time with each successive major technological development. . Anyway, here is the blog an a link to the Yale summary follows:
Blog: https://theconversation.com/forget-work-life-balance-its-all-about-integration-in-the-age-of-covid-19-137386Links to an external site.
Yale talk summary: https://som.yale.edu/story/2023/pursuing-work-life-balance-post-pandemic-worldLinks to an external site.
1.This chapter lists a number of different possible solutions to work-family conflict. Explain at least one proposal that seems promising to you. Can you think of a reasonable solution to work-life integration to help individuals avoid burnout given how COVID changed the nature of work even in this post pandemic world, and is that approach available to any/all workers regardless of industry/job function?
Chapter 12
2.List the characteristics of the most common victims of family violence or heterosexual as well as for LGBTQ+ couples who experience intimate partner violence (IPV) or other forms of family violence. Briefly explain why victims of IPV are sometimes hesitant to press charges and why so many victims may not leave their abusers.
Chapter 13
3. Discuss at least 2 reasons for the demographic transition in society from high birth rates and low life expectancy to low birth rates and high life expectancy. Name at least one way that this could affect The Family as a social institution into the future.

Chapter 6 Discussion Board
1. Option 3: Summarize why the negative outcomes associated with teen sex may be overstated. BRIEFLY compare outcomes in teen sexual activity for boys and girls and consider the role of the double standard in these outcomes.
Chapter 9 Discussion Board
2. Jackie and Steven are an Asian American couple with a set of twins about to enter elementary school. Both Jackie and Steven are in their early 40s and work in a professional setting making six-figure salaries. Explain the three broad categories of skills or resources that parents attempt to provide their children—socialization, social bonds, and social networks—and consider how Jackie and Steven might provide those.

Summarize the post .
For each discussion activity, you are responsible for posting a reply to at least one postings made by your classmates.
After you have made your original post, read some of the posts from your classmates and construct two reply post of 100-150 words that responds to two of your group-mate’s original posts. Your reply post should be written such that it does one or more of: identifies something that you find especially interesting or insightful about your classmate’s original post; poses an engaging and relevant question and/or builds on the ideas from your classmate’s original post; raises a real-life experience or observation that you feel would be relevant to illustrate or help further develop an idea or point in your classmate’s original post.
Please note that you will need to make an original post before you can read and respond to your peers’ posts.
Some points to keep in mind:
Be clear and to the point in your postings.
Edit your work. Your posts should be coherent and use proper grammar and spelling.
Keep postings to 100-150 words. Quality is better than quantity.
Contribute your own thoughts about the material you have read.
Support your thoughts by referencing the readings used, and references used in post below or other outside literature.
Raise additional questions or points of discussion to stimulate further discussion.
If you have questions, show that you have already tried to find a solution.
Respect the viewpoints of your peers. Ask for clarification if you don’t understand a point. Assume good intentions.
Use the proper terminology introduced in the course readings.
When using literature in your postings, make sure to provide references in proper APA 7 Style.
Show respect and sensitivity to peers’ gender, cultural and linguistic background, political, and religious beliefs.
You are strongly encouraged to take the time to review the following documents on writing quality discussion posting and on taking roles in discussions.Taking a role in online discussion.Taking a Role in Online Discussions Below are some roles that anyone in an online discussion can fulfill in order to help move an online discussion forward in productive ways. See if you can determine what role is required in your online discussion and then write a message that takes on that role. Devil’s Advocate • Takes opposing points of view to those currently under discussion Pollinator • Travels to other groups, reads their postings and summarizes points made in other groups not made in home group. Facilitator • Comments on the groups process (e.g. “Perhaps we should all remember to put a subject line in our messages.”) • Encourages others to participate, • Starts a thread or an idea on the topic, if the discussion lags. Summarizer / Discussion Weaver • Summarizes the discussion for the group at specific intervals in 1 or 2 short paragraphs. Usually summarizes twice per week or if the discussion lags • Reminds others about what has already been discussed. • Asks the group what issues have been concluded and what ones are still to be discussed. • Relates ideas in posted messages to one another. Researcher • Assumes responsibility for looking at what is available on the net, journals etc. and brings ideas back to the group. Responder • Replies to others and builds on the ideas of others. This is a role that everyone in the group must perform for every discussion.
POST-1(Nirjala Sigdel)
For this activity, I asked my sister and dad about what they feel causes individuals to kill another individual. My 17-year-old sister told me that individuals may kill others due to mental health concerns or because they grew up in an abusive family, which has left them traumatized. Her explanation aligns with Brookman’s psychological explanations, psychoanalytic theory. Psychoanalytic theorists believe that criminal behavior stems from a mental conflict. These conflicts are believed to be the outcome of disruptions in early psychosexual development. In addition, her explanation can also be supported by Agnew’s General Strain Theory, which illustrates that strain causes some negative emotion which leads to deviant behavior (Brezina, 2017). I believe her answer was due to the recent increase in mental health awareness, as many individuals have learned the importance of mental health. Furthermore, there are several workshops in schools and institutions that promote mental wellness, which might have influenced her thinking in this way. The second person I asked was my 42-year-old dad, who stated that one can kill another person due to head injury or a brain disorder. This aligns with Adrian Raine and colleagues finding, which discovered that murderers had reduced glucose uptake in the prefrontal cortex than matched controls, indicating that abnormal brain processes could lead certain people to violence. My dad claimed it was due to brain traumas since he is very conscious about health, and mainly believes that when you are healthy, you feel your best. He tends to prioritize his health often, so his belief stems from this.
Reference: Brezina, T. (2017, February 27). General Strain Theory. Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Criminology. Retrieved 3 Oct. 2024, from https://oxfordre.com/criminology/view/10.1093/acrefore/9780190264079.001.0001/acrefore-9780190264079-e-249

Chapter 5
Option 1: Briefly discuss the difference between sex and gender in your own words (but based on the definitions in the text). As you do so, briefly explain what is meant by the contention that gender is “socially constructed”. In the following video, how do you see the contention of gender social construction demonstrated?

Chapter 7
2. How has the dating scriipt been altered by changes in generational perspectives on relationships as well as the presence of communication technology like online dating apps (including the fact that they are manipulated by the app developers and the users)? Hypothesize two areas in which communication technology and differences in generational perspectives are likely to have the largest impact on dating in the next 10 years.
3. There are several optional videos posted in the “Watch and Consider” section of this module that may help add perspective for this last question: Take a look at the following NPR piece on Racism in Online Dating: https://www.npr.org/2018/01/09/575352051/least-desirable-how-racial-discrimination-plays-out-in-online-datingLinks to an external site. OR a more recent piece of research out of Boston University: https://buexperts.medium.com/its-a-match-or-is-it-how-online-dating-has-created-a-new-form-of-digital-racism-643c40255941Links to an external site. Also, take look at the CNN Style piece in the Desexualization of Asian American Men: https://www.cnn.com/style/article/andrew-kung-asian-american-men/index.html Links to an external site. Given the increased overall acceptance of interracial and inter-ethnic dating, what factors (aside from the prevalence of endogamy in general) explain the continued biases against African American women as well as Asian men by all races – including by potential partners within their own racial groups? Do you think that the increased cultural awareness including increased allyship of other racial groups will decrease the dating/marriage squeeze for Black women and Asian men in the near future?