Introduction to Sociology (SSC 125)
Issued by
Penn Foster
This course objective is to introduce the field of sociology and discuss social structure and social interaction through groups, networks, and organizations. It also discusses deviance, crime, and social control; the effects of stratification, racial and ethnic inequality, sex, gender, and sexuality; discusses the role of health, family, education, and religion in sociology; and concludes with the topics of politics, the economy, population, social movements, technology, and social change.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
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Skills
Earning Criteria
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The methods of assessment include quizzes, examinations, and written papers with a minimum passing score of 70 percent.
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The methods of instruction include study guide, textbooks, and optional webinars.