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How to Sociology

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  • Chapters
    • I. Introduction to Applied Sociology
    • II. Social Cohesion & Team Building
    • III. Conflict and Negotiation
    • IV. Organizational Culture and Strategic Planning
    • V. Assessment and Evaluation
    • VI. Community Development & Asset Mapping
    • VII. Social Problems & Policy/Programs
    • VIII. Application Project
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I. Introduction to Applied Sociology

In this chapter, we will take a look at the broad field of applied sociology in all of its forms.

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II. Social Cohesion & Team Building

In this chapter, we will read about small groups and focus on work groups and work teams.

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III. Conflict and Negotiation

In this chapter, we approach conflict as natural and as socially beneficial as cohesion and look at resolving conflict via negotiation.

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IV. Organizational Culture and Strategic Planning

In this chapter, we look at one application of the sociology of organizations: strategic planning.

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V. Assessment and Evaluation

In this chapter, we look at assessment and evaluation, which apply basic statistics and research methods, rather than theoretical concepts.

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VI. Community Development & Asset Mapping

In this chapter, we explore community, another central concept in sociology and close relative of cohesion but on a larger scale.

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VII. Social Problems & Policy/Programs

In this chapter, we look at probably the most common form of applied sociology.

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VIII. Application Project

In this chapter, we will work as individuals and in small groups to apply what we have learned in this course.

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