Ch. 1- Introduction to Sociology
Pay especially close attention to the three Sociological Perspectives. These will be continually referenced throughout the course and your strong understanding of each one will greatly aid you in class.
Chapter 1 Objectives:
- Define Sociology.
- Describe two uses of the sociological perspective.
- Distinguish sociology from other social sciences.
- Outline the contributions of the major pioneers of sociology.
- Summarize the development of sociology in the United States.
- Identify the three major theoretical perspectives in sociology today.