Category: sociology

(2000 words)
Question 4.Social choreographies have several characteristics; they often call for a response, can unite participants through physical means, demonstrate physical knowledges, ‘twice-behaved behaviours’ as well as original gestures, and can express social identity within a collective performance.
How do the social choreographies involved in TWO dance forms discussed in this course critique, sustain or re-imagine the status quo through these various means?

 
First of all, my dissertation is about a website called Lang-8. This is a website for language learning and English language is one of them. the website has three main sections: 1- journal (members write anything and native speakers correct for them), discussion groups (many groups formed by members and they each have posts), and a section called HINative (where a member can ask a question about the language or the culture and a native speaker can answer him). what i am focusing on is the two first sections. I will look at the type of feedback and correction given to journal writings. I will also chose one of the group discussions and that group is named (English classroom) and will do a content analysis for the posts and replies.
here are the concerns:
1- I can’t seem to find a connection between my research questions:one is asking about the feedback to writing entries and the other is about discussion posts (a friend said that both are considered a study of feedback since replies to posts in the discussion board are feedback too) but still two kinds and I want the connection to be clear in my paper, I feel I am talking about two separate things. I can’t think of like one big umbrella question?
2-the section of the HiNative ..should it replace the discussion board as a source of data? and why?
3-I wrote about the theory of community of practice in my Lit Review but my advisor said that I need to include a framework through which you are studying feedback in the writing entries ? and also the discussion board ( and when you include the frameworks or theories please, consider the way I am going to approach the questions..I mean in the first question for example I am asking about types and focus of feedback,I need the framework to go along with this and so on..
4- Do I need to include other theories or frameworks other than community of practice
5-what is the relationship of sociolinguistics to my study?
6- there are a lot of headings in the three chapters that I did not write anything about ..one of them is a background about the study at the beginning of CH.1 (this can be a story or an incident altho motivates me to do this research..I actually can’t think of one..I will give you my info since that will help in this part: i am an ESL graduate student in the US, I studied English since I was 12, I also taught English for less than a year in a public school)
7- I included another paper as a sample. My advisor asked me to follow it especially in Methodology part..she liked it a lot.
8-the things that I wrote in Ch.3 like the coding process,procedure and everything can be replaced,changed,deleted,added to as you see appropriate. the methods and procedures I put are not final and I am not totally satisfied with them so if there is a chance to make them better or add more clarifications to them. I want the methodology part to be really clear as I am using it as a guide on how to go on with the analysis. I want clear description of what I do and how to go through analyzing data, are there quantitative part, how to approach it,tools to use..and the same for the qualitative
9-since I don’t know how many pages should this take, I will put 20 for now and if any change is needed,we can update. the resources also there is no certain number but what you need
10- if there are interesting questions that I may consider including in the research questions given the features of the website, please suggest them
11-you need to visit the website Lang-8 (http://lang-8.com). you can use the email (chopure@hotmail.com) and the password 123qweQW to log in.
12-finally if the quality of your production requires longer than I chose, then it is ok for me for the sake of a better quality.

P.S. As for the second question, may I know earlier about it because right now ,I am collecting data and I want to decide between the HiNative source or the Discussion board.

 
This is part one of a three-part assignment. The contemporary topic that you select for this
portion should be carried through for the other two essays. To complete this essay, please do
the following:
Identify a contemporary topic that is discussed in media (affordable care, sexual assault on
college campuses, school shootings, Ukraine crisis, etc.).
Select a minimum of five peer-reviewed articles that reflect the nature of the debate. Only two
of these sources may be from credible internet sources (blogs, wikis, cliff’s notes, etc. will earn
you a zero). You are encouraged to use the Troy library to locate sources related to your topic.
Please list electronic journals from the online database as journal articles (using the APA format).
Using your articles/websites as support, argue for the social significant of this topic (i.e., why would society care about this issue at all.
Make sure that you provide a strong introduction and conclusion to your paper.Your paper should be between 2-4 pages, not including a references list. You are expected to include appropriately cited in-text citations. This essay will be graded using the following guide. Brief generic introduction to the topic . Explanation of the topic’s importance to society with references to current events and their coverage in media and academic sources. Introduction and discussion of articles 1-5 (clarifying how each relates to the topic or supports the topic). The length is within the 2-4 page range APA is correct – Five credible references are used, references are in place, direct quotes are used when appropriate, in-text citations are used, and a reference list is provided.The essay has a strong conclusion summarizing the main points of the paper.

Assignments should conform to academic format and follow APA standards. Papers should be double-spaced, 12-pt font (Calibri, Arial, or Times New Roman ONLY), and have 1” margins. They should have been proof-read and spellchecked. Please indent the first line of each
paragraph 5 spaces (or push the “tab” key on your computer). Please save all documents in doc, docx, or rtf formats. If a page length is designated, please write to the bottom of the page. Failure to format your paper correctly will result in the loss of points. Write your first and last name only in the top left-hand corner of your paper. You do not need a cover page or abstract, but you are expected to provide a references page when you cite source material, including the textbook.

 
Part one:Interview a person. Be sure to focus on the interviewee”s experience as a patient. Review The Joint Commission resource which provides some guideline for creating spiritual assessment tools for evaluating the spiritual needs of patients. Use this tool or make your own. Create a survey to assess the subjects spiritual needs during the interview. The spiritual needs assessment survey neediness minimum of five questions that can be answered during the interview. During the interview, document the interviewee’s response. Submit the transcript of the interview. T transcript should include the questions asked and the answers provided.Take detailed notes, no names. PART 2 Analysis of your interview experience. Be sure to excluded names, but included SEX, AGE, ETHNICITY, RELIGION IN YOUR RESPONSE. Include in response. 1. What went well? 2. What would you do differently? 3. Were there any berries or challenges that inhibited your ability to complete the assessment tool? How would you address these in the future or change your assessment to better address these challenges? 4. Describe the spiritual experience you had with your patient, family member or friend using this tool. How doses this tool allow you to better meet the needs of your patient? 5. Did you discover that illness and stress amplified the spiritual concern and needs of your interviewee? Explain your answer with examples: We must submit the subscript of the interview and analysis of your results

 

Module learning outcome
1. Analyse the ways in which social factors and institutions are constructed and represented, and their implications for everyday life
2. Review how social inequalities are generated, experienced and maintained and their impact on health status and life chances of individuals, groups and societies
3. Explain how key theorists and perspectives address health, social inequalities and social problems

Essay question- Analyse the Marxist understanding of social class and discuss its implications for understanding society

Use the Marxist theory throughout the essay and compare and contrast with other theories (Emile Durkheim’s theory and Max Weber’s theory)

Main Body
• Introduce Karl Marx, explain who he is.

Capitalism would be the first topic to analyse, so explain capitalism and Karl Marx’ belief in capitalism, what he thinks about capitalism and effects he believes it has on society.
Under capitalism, discuss:
• Class antagonism and why it is in society
• Class consciousness
• Alienation
• Poverty
• Social inequality
• Lower class and upper class
• Bourgeoisie and proletariat
• Surplus value
• Exploitation
• Patriarchy
• What does Marx believe about why labourers put up with exploitation from the capitalists
• Polarization, homogenization and pauperization of workers
• Also analyse Marxist feminism and effects it has on society. Compare and contrast with other types of feminism such as liberal feminism, radical feminism and post-modern feminism.

Compare and contrast the Marxist understanding of social class and Emile Durkheim’s understanding of social class. Under this, discuss:
• Collective consciousness
• Division of labour
• The two types of solidarity (organic and mechanical) and relate them to both theories (Marx and Durkheim)

Compare and contrast Marx and Weber in terms of ‘bureaucracy’ and ‘mcdonalidization’.

• Discuss the implications of Marx’ understanding of social class and the impact it has on society.
Conclusion

The conclusion should include:
• Discuss if society is really the way Marx believes it to be and if his theory has changed overtime.

Use 25 references, Harvard referencing style.

 
Examine the sources of evidence and arguments for and against Evidence Based Practice(EBP)models. Then, in your paper:

1 – Clarify your understanding of the difference between evidence-based practice models and evidence informed practice; and

2 – Analyze and critique the arguments and develop a position statement stating your position on the uses and limitations of these models.

** My position on the use is that they should be used b/c they require the client’s input and wants and b/c it requires that social workers/professionals be life-long learners. You can elaborate as to any other reason why EBP models should be used and caution as to some of the more prominent limitations.

I will upload two articles and you can use add three additional resources; peer reviewed journal articles NO OLDER THAN 7 TO 8 YEARS OLD PLEASE.

 

A satisfactory completion of assignment requires:
• Demonstrate understanding of the readings, the critical references and the theoretical concepts;
• Demonstrate the ability to apply sociological and criminology theory to questions around criminal justice systems and their application within the Australian society;
• Demonstrate the ability to analyse concepts and situations beyond description;
• Extend the application of the discipline of sociology to problems outside the classroom and into the community; and
• Demonstrate a written style and referencing following an academic standard and the Harvard referencing system.

Note: All assessment tasks are pieces of formal academic writing. They require formal documentation of all sources, academic and non-academic, and a reference list giving full details of your sources at the end of your response to these tasks.

Include 3 to 5 academic references, the unit textbook should always be the first source for research but you also need to include research and sources beyond the textbook.

Here is the Essay Question:

‘’ Youth criminality is explained by (1) Cohen, (2) Ohlin and Cloward, and (3) Sutherland, from different perspectives. Identify and analyse one example of youth related crime for each of the three perspectives. How do the separate theories and theorists explain why young people participate in certain types of crime and what solutions does each theory propose? Then outline the beneficial and constructive aspects of the criminological perspective you prefer. Support your analysis with sociological literature.’’

Hence: I will upload one of the reading for you. This must include as one reference in this essay.

You will find three of the theories in the page below:

• Cohen theories page 128,129 and 130.
• Cloward and Ohlin page 131 and 132.
• Sutherland page 132.

Cultural Communications and Understanding Designing a Cross Cultural Lesson Plan Thematic Unit

INSTRUCTIONS:

Develop 3 separate lesson plans to make a Thematic Unit for a grade level of your choice (K- 12.) Your thematic unit must meet the following criteria:

TIME FRAME:

The Thematic Unit should be designed to be delivered in three separate, one hour time slots during different days of a given week.

LESSON PLAN FORMAT:

Use a traditional lesson plan format for the Thematic Unit to include but not be limited to the following areas: grade level; length; objective(s); purpose; materials; procedures; outline/steps/activities; content and key questions; examples; guided and independent practice; closure; follow-up; enrichment/reinforcement; home learning.

THEMATIC UNIT CONTENT:

Behavioral Objectives – The unit plan must include behavioral objectives that are highly measurable and observable. Refer to Bloom’s Taxonomy for strategies on how to write effective behavioral objectives.

Activities: Student activities that are closely connected to the behavioral objectives.

Assessment: Formal and alternative assessment instruments are included.

Home Learning: Home learning assignments that allow students to practice mastery of the behavioral objectives.

Infusion of Standards: Use of the cultural components of the ESOL K – 12 Subject Area Competencies; Diversity component of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices; National TESOL Standards; Miami Dade County Competency Based Curriculum (CBC).
CREATIVITY:
Individual Lesson Plan format for the Thematic Unit is dynamic, creative, and emphasizes hands-on experiences.

The second assessment is a 2500 word selective essay. This assignment will enable students to apply their understanding of family relationships and social development to practical problems and issues in a case study family. The first tutorial of your group will introduce you to this exercise and will provide you with some general guidelines, specific suggestions and the opportunity to discuss possible approaches to this assignment. You will be assessed on your ability to present a coherent argument, to make effective use of the relevant literature and to draw balanced conclusions. As such, this assignment provides the opportunity for students to critically evaluate current conceptualizations of families and social development against published research evidence.

assignment will consist of comparing and contrasting the work and contributions of two (2) anthroplogists; Margaret Mead and Franz Boas and two (2) sociologists; Charles H Cooley and Marlene Mackie.
Assignment format and requirements:
– Use ASA (American Sociological Association) Style Guide for referencing. Text citations must be sourced.
– Reference TEN credible cources (five per set of theorists) outside of my textbooks (e.g. books, journal articles). NO Internet references
– Assignments should be typed in 12-point font size, double spaced, with right and left margins no less than 1 1/4 inch each.
– Length required 8-10 pages (double spaced, 4-5 pages per answer) Put page numbers in the lower right hand corner.