Category: Sociology

1. Briefly explain how the “marriage market” works. Are there specific demographic groups (based on age, ethnicity, race, etc.) that may have a bigger marriage “squeeze” (i.e., a smaller pool of eligibles) than others according to the author and do you think that this squeeze heavily influences the increases in cohabitation or are they being “squeezed out ” of the options for cohabiting as well?
2. Consider the fact that by age 12, just over 40% of children will have spent some portion of their lives in a cohabiting family and this number will likely increase as we see increases in cohabitation among millennials and GenZ. Since cohabiting unions are becoming increasingly mainstream, do you think that the purported “ill effects” of cohabitation on children as detailed in the book will diminish? Briefly explain your response and be sure to include whether your response applies to both binary/heterosexual as well as non-binary/non-conforming/same-sex/etc. couples.

Question 1 of 4:
NOTE: it looks like a lot, but the is literally just placing an “x” in the applicable boxes. There are detailed instructions which makes this look like a very lengthy question; it is not. Simply fill out the chart below based on the following instructions and then answer the question below the chart:
This chart is one way sociologists measure social distance (NOT in the way that we have distanced due to COVID, but relative to our tolerance/acceptance of others in our social spaces).
Instructions for the chart: Type/indicate the name of the group (a racial group different than the one with which you primarily identify) in the blank above the table. Mark an X in each spot where disapproval is likely or has occurred based on the “levels” of relationship and then respond the the questions that follow.
Your Relationship with a Member of the white americans
Now, place an “X” or check mark in each box where you think there has been or would be any disapproval of the indicated level of relationship with a person in the group you listed above. For example, if you are LatinX and typed APPI in the blank as your group and you have no issues with friendship, dating, cohabiting or marrying a Latin X person, there would be NO Xs in your boxes. If your grandparents are okay with friendship but NOT with the other levels of relationship, then the box under grandparents for friendship would be blank and the others would have Xs. We are looking at generational differences in social distance in the family. You can use the chart format as it appears, or, just compose your own or make a list if there are formatting issues.
Place an X in any box if the person listed (you, your parents or your grandparents) would DISAPPROVE of connection with/to anyone in the racial or ethnic group you identified along the lines of the varied levels of relationship (close friend, date, living together or marriage)
I did the chart already*
Would anyone disapprove?
Close friend
Date
Live together
Marry
You
Your parents
Your grandparents
DON’T FORGET: Question accompanying the chart: Consider the functional, conflict-theorist, and feminist perspectives and select only ONE of those theories to discuss why there are or could be (if there were no differences for your family) differences in the generations.
Question 2 of 4:
Select ONE racial group and compare it with Indigenous Americans [American Indians] across the following aspects of family formation: marriage rates, divorce rates and remarriage/blended family.
Question 3 of 4:
LIST the different social classes in the United States as detailed in your textbook (just list them). Explain what Lareau meant by concerted cultivation vs. natural growth in terms of the class differences in the way parents view the task of raising children. Based on the reading as well as the media above, do you think that class really matters in terms of childrearing and do certain classes have advantages over others relative to life chances and other outcomes? briefly explain.
Question 4 of 4:
Take a look at the poverty threshold figures for 2023 (https://aspe.hhs.gov/poverty-guidelinesLinks to an external site.) and also keep the clips above in mind. Present a poverty threshold (provide an actual dollar figure in your post) that you think is more reasonable for a family of 4. After you present your figure, provide at least 3 points of justification for the income you indicated as the best figure for a poverty threshold. Also, consider the following report published by the U.S. Congressional Budget Office: https://www.cbo.gov/publication/55681#:~:text=By%20boosting%20the%20income%20of,number%20of%20people%20in%20povertyLinks to an external site.. While raising the minimum wage is a “good thing”, name and briefly discuss ONE reason based on the textbook and the report above why raising the minimum wage could have negative consequences for families. Of the two, which do you think would help families more – increasing the poverty line/threshold or raising the minimum wage?

Chapter 1 Questions:
1. The definition of family has changed over time as a result of legal, cultural, and institutional shifts. Select EITHER one broad OR one contemporary theoretical perspective presented in the chapter to discuss two ways that the definition of family has changed over time and include which factors created this change. Based on what you read in the chapter, how might the theory you selected explain the historical rise of the breadwinner-homemaker family and the subsequent movement away from this structure as a family norm and/or away from the “family norm” altogether?
2. List at least one advantage for each of the following: surveys, in-depth interviews, and time-use studies. Why would sociologists choose one method over another to study families?
3. Name at least two ways that family life changed as families transitioned from the patriarchal to companionship structure and was this transition the same for families who were part of racial or ethnic minority groups; briefly explain.
4. Based on what you read in Chapter 2, if you had to select one particular social phenomenon or movement that affected the family’s movement away from the 1950s “ideal”, what was that event/phenomenon/movement, and what is one way that this phenomenon changed how families are formed (hint: this phenomenon changed how families functioned because it changed the roles of women in particular).

Everything is described in file attached.
The exact topic sentence is not fully decided yet, but do have a direction
The research paper involves finding and analyzing relevant information on a chosen topic.
The topic of my choice is on benefits and concerns of Human-AI Collaboration in Healthcare Decision-Making Systems. Problems I want to research on includes, for example, what benefits would AI healthcare would bring to us, also, if an AI system suggests a treatment that leads to negative outcomes, who should be held responsible?

REQUIRED STUDENT TASKS
Watch two videos related to the field of sociology that either shows how sociology is applied in various fields or follows a sociologist/anthropologist and the work that they are engaged in.
Construct a well-organized essay assessing individual potential in a chosen career field based on the practical exposure to the field, including introduction, body, and conclusion sections.
ASSIGNMENT FORMAT/METHOD OF DELIVERY
The design of this assignment requires two (2) specific activities:
Observation Protocol: Students will watch two videos selected by the student that examine professional work in the field of sociology.
Reflective Essay: The written essay should describe why the student is interested in this field, summarize the video observation, provide a self-assessment of individual potential in the career field, and discuss next steps for pursuing the chosen career field after graduating from the program.Teaching faculty will assess student learning based on the student’s self-reflection, which should include detailed examples and evidence from the observation findings to support his/her perceived potential in the field.
Essay Instructions: After watching the two required videos for this assignment, construct a reflective essay with introduction, body, and conclusion sections addressing the following elements:·

Provide links to the two videos you selected and then explain why you are interested in the chosen career that relates to the field of Sociology?
What did you learn about the profession’s daily activities and duties from the video observation? (Specific examples)
Based on this practical exposure to the field, how would you self-assess your own potential to being successful in this chosen career field?
If you are a student planning on majoring in psychology – What are the next steps for you to enter this career field after graduating from the program (if transferring, include steps for transferring and career plans upon receiving degree from the 4-year college/university)?

NOTE: Your essay should have at least three appropriate academic resources to support your arguments. Your essay should include specific examples from your video observations. Your essay should also use articulate and appropriate language, sophisticated word choice, and sentence structure with correct grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.

Make sure to watch and review the supplemental videos and articles from this week to effectively create a cover letter and begin to understand how to attract employers. Follow the 3 steps below: 1. LIST POSITION APPLYING FOR Refer back to the Job Search assignment if applicable The job must be related to your experience after receiving your BACHELOR’S degree. Jobs where it requires a master’s degree or experience you don’t have won’t work for this assignment! EXAMPLE: JOB, JOB TITLE, LOCATION, LINK TO POSITION, EXPERIENCE REQUIRED 2. CREATE & UPLOAD COVER LETTER Tailor the Cover Letter to the position you are applying for Review the Career Handbook and VIDEOS for tips- These will have all the tips to help you! 3. UPLOAD COVER LETTER CHECKLIST Download the Checklist and fill out ALL the sections with checkmarks in either: Word Doc- Cover Letter Checklist-1.docx OR Google Docs- Cover Letter Checklist (Download a Copy to edit). In the comments, write out the changes you need to make and tasks that need to be done in order to make the changes by finals week

Should be standard 5-paragraph essay. For the body paragraphs, you will want one paragraph applying structural-functional theory, one applying social-conflict theory, and one applying symbolic-interaction theory. There is no formal rubric but I will be grading based on how well you apply the theories. The message I sent to the class in Canvas with tips on how to write the essay describes all aspects of each theory that you will want to apply. The conclusion can simply be a final thought. PLEASE LOOK AT THE PICTURE NAMED “ESSAY” THATS WHERE THE PROFESSOR PROVIDED MORE INFO.

Should be standard 5-paragraph essay. For the body paragraphs, you will want one paragraph applying structural-functional theory, one applying social-conflict theory, and one applying symbolic-interaction theory. There is no formal rubric but I will be grading based on how well you apply the theories. The message I sent to the class in Canvas with tips on how to write the essay describes all aspects of each theory that you will want to apply. The conclusion can simply be a final thought. PLEASE LOOK AT THE PICTURE NAMED “ESSAY” THATS WHERE THE PROFESSOR PROVIDED MORE INFO.

Should be standard 5-paragraph essay. For the body paragraphs, you will want one paragraph applying structural-functional theory, one applying social-conflict theory, and one applying symbolic-interaction theory. There is no formal rubric but I will be grading based on how well you apply the theories. The message I sent to the class in Canvas with tips on how to write the essay describes all aspects of each theory that you will want to apply. The conclusion can simply be a final thought. PLEASE LOOK AT THE PICTURE NAMED “ESSAY” THATS WHERE THE PROFESSOR PROVIDED MORE INFO.

Should be standard 5-paragraph essay. For the body paragraphs, you will want one paragraph applying structural-functional theory, one applying social-conflict theory, and one applying symbolic-interaction theory. There is no formal rubric but I will be grading based on how well you apply the theories. The message I sent to the class in Canvas with tips on how to write the essay describes all aspects of each theory that you will want to apply. The conclusion can simply be a final thought. PLEASE LOOK AT THE PICTURE NAMED “ESSAY” THATS WHERE THE PROFESSOR PROVIDED MORE INFO.