Sociology

1. Summarize what Moralistic Therapeutic Deism is. You will need to read and a direct quote from the pdf, made available on racer, called MTD reading. The pdf is a copy of the summary of Christian Smith and Melinda Denton’s (the two sociologists) findings. 1 Christian Smith and Melinda Lundquist Denton, Soul Searching: The Religious and Spiritual Lives of American Teenagers (Oxford: Oxford Univ. Press, 2009), 166. (This book is available for check out in the TLU library.) ASSIGNMENT FAST FACTS Due date: midnight, Monday, December 14th Grade Worth: 25% of total grade in course Graded out of: 100 points (see rubric below) Format: Times New Romans 12pt font, double-spaced, 4-6 pages long Note: On your previous papers I’ve given you detailed notes indicating why I gave you the indicated grade, along with suggestions for improvement. Since my aim is for your development as a writer and thinker beyond this class, I will gladly do so again on this paper. However, because this takes a significant toll on my time, I only wish to do so if these comments will be read and appreciated. Therefore, please indicate if you wish me to provide you with comments on your graded rubric by indicating so at the top of your submitted paper. I will not provide comments on papers that do not request it. THEO 133 Final Paper Instructions (instead of Final Exam) 2 a. Note: At a minimum, you need to summarize the three main aspects of MTD: moralistic, therapeutic, and deism. (Hint: it would make sense to organize the paragraphs of your paper around these three themes.) b. If you wish, you may also briefly mention in the introduction and/or conclusion whether or not you think this description of the predominant beliefs amongst youth in the U.S. still pertains. Briefly describe what you think the predominant belief is, and cite some evidence to back your claims. However, you should still use the description of MTD to contrast with the material we have covered in this class (see below). 2. Compare and contrast MTD with the theological material we have covered in class. The majority of your analysis should make reference to the material we have covered in class, especially in Units I and II. However, you may also engage relevant theological sources that we did not cover. a. Again, you should allow the main three tenets of MTD (or the religious belief you have made a case for as the most widespread today) to guide this section. What sources of theology (Scripture, tradition, reason, etc.) and doctrines of theology (e.g. Christology, Trinity, pneumatology, sin, faith, grace) challenge the notion of simple “moralism”, that all Christians need to do is ‘be nice’? Similarly, what aspects of theology challenge the notion of “therapeutic”, that the purpose of the Christian life is to “feel good”, and the notion of “deism”, that God is a distant divine being who rarely interferes in human affairs? You may find that there are other more general contrasts worth mentioning. (For example, does MTD tend to rely largely on a particular source of theology at the exclusion of others?) Format & Length: ? Write your paper in Times New Romans 12pt font, double-spaced, 4-6 pages long. ? Only put your student ID number at the top (in the heading would be good). You do not need to put any other details. Citation: While you may opt to engage in some outside reading and research to complete this paper, this isn’t a research paper. You should only have to cite either the MTD reading and material we have covered in class. You may use Chicago style format or whatever formatting style you see fit. Just be neat and consistent. If you directly quote or mention a bible verse please simply cite as follows (Genesis 1:1). For more information on Theology read this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theology

Assignment Content Create an infographic (two slides) that outlines the distinctions between the following generations: GI Generation Mature/Silents Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y/Millennials Generation Z/Boomlets Create a set of principles that, if followed, would encourage these groups to interact in a cooperative manner. Include these principles in your infographic. Cite at least 3 reputable references to support your assignment (e.g., trade or industry publications, government or agency websites, scholarly works, or other sources of similar quality). For more information on GI Generation read this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greatest_Generation

New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani Essay is due tomorrow so please only reply if you’re for sure  For more information on Rudolph Giuliani read this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rudy_Giuliani

You will be expected to write a research paper investigating some aspect of economic, political, or social relations in a state of the Asia Pacific. We will discuss this process throughout the semester, but it is important for you to get an early start to produce a high-quality product. Points will be deducted for poor writing, bad organization, weak substance, illogical argumentation, or other errors that reduce the quality of your work.  Similarly, points can be added for skillful writing, clear organization, strong substance, solid logical argumentation, and other quality-enhancing elements. Please use Arial 12 point font for your paper.  You may use APA, MLA, or Chicago Manual style. The more quality resources you use, the better your paper will be.  Including books by scholars that are at the cutting edge of research in your field of investigation is important to your success.  For example, if you were doing research in orientalism, it might be important to include Edward Said in your bibliography. I will evaluate you using the following criteria: Is your writing clear, concise, comprehensive, engaging, and grammatically correct? Does your research rely on a sufficient depth and breadth of quality resources? Is your thesis falsifiable and do you muster sufficient evidence and logic to justify your conclusions? Some topic areas you might consider include: What role does ethnicity play in the politics of a given Asian Pacific country? How does the film, fiction, or art represent economic, political, or social trends in a given Asian Pacific country? How do debates about the teaching of history reflect current economic, political, and or social trends? What has been the path of democratization or economic development in a given Asian Pacific country? How does ideology impact the economy, politics, and society of a given Asian Pacific country? How does corruption influence the economy, politics, and society of a given Asian Pacific country? What role do global justice concerns play in the economy, politics, and society of a given Asian Pacific country? What role do environmental concerns play in the economy, politics, and society of a given Asian Pacific country? How do geopolitical concerns impact the politics of the various states in the region? For more information on Asia Pacific read this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asia-Pacific

Your final in this course is an original research paper investigating a social problem of HOMELESSNESS. In this paper, you must address the following aspects of your problem:-What sociological causes and explanations have been linked to this problem? Keep in mind the various theoretical perspectives. -What social factors (structural, cultural, interactional, political, etc.) contribute to the existence of the problem? -What do sociologists or other experts believe may be potential solutions to this problem? Your paper must meet the following requirements: -must be 5-8 pages, double spaced, size 12 Times New Roman font -must be submitted in .doc or .docx format -must cite at least three scholarly sources* -must include a reference page in APA format.*”Scholarly sources” include articles published in peer-reviewed journals and books published by university presses and other reputable presses for scholarly material. Many sources are available using the Library available via your EGCC Gateway, which provides guides for searching and allows you to restrict your search results to peer-reviewed publications. If you have questions regarding whether your sources are acceptable, please contact your instructor. Note that news articles, Internet pages, and Wikipedia will not be accepted as scholarly sources, no matter how good they sound. To assist you in writing your paper in APA format, please visit the Purdue Online Writing Lab by clicking on the link.https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/general_format.html

Students will evaluate and analyze the interview data collected in week 4 from a sociological perspective. Readings have been made available on qualitative interview analysis. Please read this material if you have not taken a course in research methods. Students must evaluate the relationship dynamics as well as specific problems/issues that the couple or family interviewed in week 4 have faced or are currently facing. Since each interview is different, the types of sociological concepts that are applicable will also be different. Examples of concepts to incorporate include courtship patterns, communication in the relationship/family, conflict resolution strategies, family and/or gendered roles, balancing work and family, coping with stress, etc. Recall that concepts are the bolded terms in your textbook. Select the terms that best speak to the sociological themes and patterns found in your qualitative interview data. While writing the essay, be sure to BOLD the concepts that are introduced and make sure each term is properly defined and/or explained before applying them to examples.    Students must also utilize the textbook and 3-4 additional peer-reviewed journal articles (Jstor.org is recommended) to address these relationship dynamics and issues from a sociological perspective and how these sociological themes can be applied to couples and/or families more broadly in society. Finally, students should incorporate the Christian worldview by incorporating the Biblical perspective by way of solutions and/or guidance.  Papers must be at least 5-7 pages (not including title and references) and in APA format.  My school book is here   https://online.vitalsource.com/#/books/9781337516174/pageid/322 I will message username and code For more information on Qualitative Analysis read this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qualitative_analysis

Your clients, Holly and Jim, are considering buying a home.  They have lived in an apartment to save money for two years and want to own their own home.  In addition, they are eyeing a possible purchase of a beach house as a rental property within the next five years. They have come to you for advice about the benefits of homeownership.  Choose a topic from the chapter related to homeownership or owning a rental home and expand on the topic by explaining the rules supporting it. Discuss at least one tax-related advantage of home or rental property owner that you would share with Holly and Jim. For more information on Homeownership read this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Owner-occupancy

Each answer needs to be a minimum of 100 words and a maximum of 150 words. font 12. Students can answer 4 questions instead of only 3 required questions for extra credit same instructions apply to that fourth answer 1. Focus on functionalist, conflict, and symbolic Interactionalist perspectives on marriage and family and contrast their views. 2. Educational system and the reproduces the social class structure 3…Alienation and community, types of people who live in the city, the norm of noninvolvement, and the diffusion of responsibility. 4.Industrialization versus environmental problems; contrast the environmental movement and environmental sociology For more information on Environmental Sociology read this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Environmental_sociology

Research Paper Due December 11, 2020 Write a five (5) page minimum, DOUBLE SPACED, 12-FONT TIMES ROMAN paper with references and sources cited in APA format.  Your cover sheet, abstract, and your source citing/references are NOT included in the five-page minimum. Your grade will depend upon the presentation of your analysis and research, the quality of the work presented – whether you give a detailed presentation or a vague overview, whether you addressed all parts of the question asked, and how you support your argument/discussion – as well as the citing of a variety of sources/use of references and whether you met the mandatory minimum page requirement.  Please make sure to use AT LEAST 5 sources for your research.  The paper should be written using APA Format.  Please make sure you review your paper for spelling, grammar, and format, and plagiarism errors before submitting it. Remember that the paper should be typed in Microsoft Word and submitted as an attachment.  Your paper will not receive a grade until it is submitted properly.  If you need assistance, please let me know. It is recommended that you use the Keiser Owl Writing Lab to assist you with editing and revising your paper before turning it in. Please note that the APA format requires a cover/title page, an abstract page, and a reference page.  These do not count toward your 5-page minimum. You may make your presentation in essay form, though the use of some tables might be helpful. I would expect this project to be 5 pages in length, double spaced, not including the title page, reference page, or abstract page. Discuss how the terrorists’ attacks on 9/11 affected the criminal justice agencies. Include in your paper, the formation of a new government department: Homeland Security. How is the new structure working against the War on Terrorism? How is the new structure not working?

Answering the following questions in at least one quality paragraph (approximately five sentences):  How do the patterns of women in the workplace differ from those of men? For more information on Workplace read this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Workplace