The Practical Skeptic: Core Concepts in SociologyUsing a conceptual organizing framework, this work provides a concise introduction to sociology that focuses on core concepts as the central building blocks for understanding sociology. Written in a conversational style, it uses numerous pedagogical features to help students grasp key sociological concepts. |
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... experiences were extreme , that most social scientists do not venture into such exotic locales . But one does not have to go very far to experience the shock of cultural differences . Probably , even in your own city or town , there are ...
... experiences were extreme , that most social scientists do not venture into such exotic locales . But one does not have to go very far to experience the shock of cultural differences . Probably , even in your own city or town , there are ...
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... experience any disjuncture between goals and means . For example , for some people hard work may indeed lead to ... experience the anomie of blocked opportunities ( because they are less likely to experience blocked opportunities ) ...
... experience any disjuncture between goals and means . For example , for some people hard work may indeed lead to ... experience the anomie of blocked opportunities ( because they are less likely to experience blocked opportunities ) ...
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... experienced users : " I didn't get high the first time .... I don't think I held it in long enough .... Probably let ... experience the effects of marijuana use as a high . The ability to perceive the drug's effects must be achieved if ...
... experienced users : " I didn't get high the first time .... I don't think I held it in long enough .... Probably let ... experience the effects of marijuana use as a high . The ability to perceive the drug's effects must be achieved if ...
Contents
Introduction | 1 |
The Sociological Eye | 27 |
Specialization | 35 |
Copyright | |
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Teaching the Novel Across the Curriculum: A Handbook for Educators Colin C. Irvine No preview available - 2007 |