Our Social World: Introduction to Sociology

By Jeanne H. Ballantine, Keith A. Roberts, Kathleen O. Korgen, et al.

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An Intro Soc text that speaks to today′s students-- from two leaders in the Teaching Sociology movement

Already adopted at institutions including:
Southern Illinois University * Buffalo State College * Madison Area Technical College * Florida Community College at Jacksonville * University of Albany * Houston Community College * University of Miami * Corning Community College * UNC Wilmington...and many, many more
The Second Edition of Our Social World: Introduction to Sociology is truly a coherent essay that inspires students to develop their sociological imaginations, to see the world and personal events from a new perspective, and to confront sociological issues on a day-to-day basis. This innovative and engaging text introduces the discipline of sociology to the contemporary student and provides an integrated, comprehensible framework from which to view the world. In each chapter, authors Jeanne H. Ballantine and Keith A. Roberts provide an organizing theme that is not exclusively tied to one theoretical paradigm to help students see relationships between topics.
Our Social World, Second Edition presents the perspective of students living in the larger global world.

Key Features
Offers a strong global focus A global perspective is integrated into each chapter to encourage students to think of global society as a logical extension of their own micro world. Illustrates the practical side of sociology Boxes highlight careers and volunteer opportunities for those with a background in sociology as well as policy issues that sociologists influence. Encourages critical thinking This book provides various research strategies and illustrates concrete examples of the method being used to help students develop a more sophisticated epistemology. Presents "The Social World Model" in each chapter This visually-compelling organizing framework opens each chapter and helps students understand the interrelatedness of core concepts. New to the Second Edition
Presents new examples and new data while offering somewhat shorter chapters throughout Provides additional integration of the Social World Model into the framework of the text, clarifying the difference between meso and other levels of society as discussed in the book. Offers additional research content to promote student learning through real research. Provides a new chapter called "Political Systems: Penetrating Power" that offers extensive analysis of the interconnections of micro, meso, and macro levels of the political system while also connecting to the economic systems of privilege and power. Features new and improved pedagogical features including "So What?" chapter summaries and "Key Points: What Have We Learned?" at the end of the chapters. Presents updated and new boxes written by noted sociologists. Boxes include"Sociology in Your Social World," "How Do We Know?," "The Applied Sociologist at Work," and "Sociology Around the World." Includes updated "Contributing to your Social World" suggestions. Features an enhanced photo program with photos that even more vividly illustrate relevant sociological points. Ancillaries
Password-protected instructor resources at www.pineforge.com/ballantine2einstr feature a test bank, chapter overviews, lecture outlines, PowerPoint slides and more. An open-access student study site at www.pineforge.com/ballantine2study, with a new Global Lab Manual that asks students to test and apply theories and concepts, stressing aspects of globalization in nearly every research exercise; Learning from SAGE Journal articles; NPR′s "This American Life" audio files; chapter quizzes and e-flashcards; YouTube and PBS "Frontline" video links; and much more

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1412968186
• ISBN13: 9781412968188
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Length: 680 Pages
• Weight: 2.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.5" x 1.0" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

good book

Even though there were a couple of pencil marks and text was highlighted, it was a great book. Book came in on time, within a week, and overall book is wonderful.