20 Mar SYG 2000

In your discussion posting, first:

1) Discuss your informed take on what the subject matter of sociology is all about and the overall goal of sociology and the sociologist. 

2) Discuss the role of large scale social forces in your life and how larger social forces have shaped your biography (i.e. the sociological imagination). 

3) Post a response to another classmate’s posting, discussing your thoughts of their post in a respectful and thoughtful manner. What stood out to you about their analysis?

NOTE: Make sure you answer all parts of the discussion question and that each post and response meet the minimum word count requirement of 250 words for each post and classmate response. Posts that do not have an accompanying classmate response or do not meet the minimum word count requirement will not be graded and will receive a "0" for the given assignment. 

General Requirement(s):

Discussion postings are worth 20% of your total grade (5% of points per post and response):

• You are required to first post a response to the discussion board prompt and it must be a minimum of 250 words. Citations, titles, copying questions, references, and other identifying information do not count toward word count. 
• You are required to use proper grammar and spelling. When using other sources, citations using APA style are required.
• Direct quotes are not permitted in discussion postings, therefore you must paraphrase and cite.
• You are required to post a response to a classmate. Your post will not be graded unless you do so as well. When responding to a classmate, your response needs to be pertinent and of substance. Stating that you agree or disagree is not sufficient. You must substantiate your responses. Responses must be a minimum of 250 words as well.
• Above all, your posts must be respectful and worthy of intellectual honesty, sincerity, and humility