EXAMS

We will have 3 exams, each covering approximately one-third of the material in the course, including readings, lectures, videos, and other class activities. Exams will be multiple choice with approximately 50 questions on each exam. Some exams may have an optional essay. You will need #2 pencils. Please use 4-digit identification number of your choice on all exams.

We will have 1 quiz, worth 10% of your grade, over text Ch. 1 "The Sociological Perspective" and reading #3 (Mills).

There will be an optional comprehensive exam (100 questions. If your grade on this exam is higher than your grade on exam 1, 2, or 3, or if you missed an exam, I will substitute the comprehensive exam grade

You may substitute the comprehensive exam for one exam, but this is discouraged unless the situation is very unusual. If you need to take the comprehensive as a makeup, you must notify me by calling X2442 and leaving a message, e-mailing me, or calling the Sociology Office, ext. 2667 within 24 hours of the missed exam. No one may substitute more than one exam.

REVIEW/DISCUSSION SESSIONS (optional)

Before each exam we will have review sessions. Discussion of material, review of lectures and readings, and some practice exam questions will be the format. Reviews are to help you with the material, give you an opportunity to ask questions, and discuss them.

Note: An old sample exam is on library reserve.

EXTRA! EXTRA!

(Extra Credit, That Is)

Written Class Project Assignments

Approximately 8 times during the quarter we will do class projects that you will be asked to turn in at the end of the class period. They will count toward extra credit, up to 8 points added to your final grade points. Please print your name and put your social security number on papers CLEARLY. Full credit on these could raise your grade, especially if you are between grades. You can miss one project and still receive the full number of points.

COURSE AIDS

I hope you will take advantage of several aids which can help you with course material:

1. Discussion/review sessions.
2. Office hours to discuss any questions or concerns.
3. Review outlines in study guide and end of chapters key terms and summaries.
4. Extra credit class project points.
5. The Writing Center, X4186.
6. Tutoring in Tutoring Office, X2280.

MISCELLANEOUS

Website

http://www.wright.edu/~jballant. Includes syllabus and class slides.

Copies

Most class lecture outlines are available on class website. (This does not substitute for class notes!)

The Grading Scale

Are you making the grade?

Quiz 10%

Paper 1-2 15%

Paper 3 15%

Exam 1 20%

Exam 2 20%

Exam 3 20%

100% possible

(Plus extra credit)

WRITING ASSIGNMENT

Why do we have to do this? To sound educated. To get and keep a job. To really earn a college degree. To help one become successful!

All Soc 200 classes are writing intensive. Out of class, written projects will be assigned and are worth 30% of your grade. These projects are a requirement in all Soc 200 classes.

STEPS IN THE PROCESS

1. Read your assigned chapter from the Kendall text (see below for assignment).
2. Select 3 major terms (concepts) from the chapter (terms should be from list at end of chapter or other major terms in chapter).
3. Think of a personal experience, friend's experience, or an example from a newspaper or magazine article that relates to the content of your chapter.
4. Write the paper.
   1. Cover sheet: put name, social security number, date, paper number, class (Soc 200), time of class (T/TH 8 a.m.), instructor (Ballantine), and phone or e-mail.
   2. Write an introductory paragraph summarizing the main idea of your experience - no more than 200 words (2/3 page max).
   3. Write one paragraph for each of your 3 terms. The paragraph should briefly explain the term and show how it relates to your example or helps explain/understand it. Underline or bold terms.
   4. Write a concluding paragraph relating your paper topic to your experiences or ideas about your topic.
5. Type papers, approximately 600 to 700 words per paper (about 2 1/2 typed pages at 12 point font, double spaced).
6. Turn in paper in class and keep a copy. No e-mailed papers! Remember, when you turn in Paper 2, also turn in Paper 1 with grade and comments. (Unnecessary to turn in Paper 2 if you have an A on Paper 1.)

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS AND DUE DATES (Last Name A-M)

READING ASSIGNMENT (Last name A-M)

Paper 1 and revision Paper 2 = Kendall Ch. 4

"Social Structure and Interaction"

Paper 3 = Kendall Ch. 13

"Politics and the Economy"

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS AND DUE DATES (Last name N-Z)

READING ASSIGNMENT (Last name N-Z)

Paper 1 and revision Paper 2 = Kendall Ch. 10

"Sex and Gender"

Paper 3 = Kendall Ch. 12

"Education and Religion"

Note: If you get an A on Paper 1, you do not need to revise it. We record an A for Paper 1 and 2.

LATE OR MISSING PAPERS

One paper not turned in is a ZERO for 15% of your class grade and failure on the writing portion of the class! Better to get some points than none at all!

Late papers (arriving after class) will be dropped 1/2 letter grade per week day date. Papers not accepted after three late week day (i.e. papers due on Tuesday in class not accepted after Thursday by 4:30 p.m.).

ALWAYS KEEP A COPY OF YOUR PAPERS!!

HELP FOR WRITING!!

You are encouraged to seek advice early. Your writing TAs can answer questions in office hours or by e-mail. They will also offer writing workshops.

The Writing Center (025 Library) is open M-Th 9-5 and 6-8, F 9-4. Take advantage of these services!

EVALUATION OF PAPERS (Total 15 points)

In order of importance, you will be evaluated on:

1. Use of terms to help explain/understand your article (6 points).
2. Grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence construction (4 points).
3. The organization and logic of your writing (3 points).
4. Your description of experience or article (2 points).

SNOW DAYS

In case class is cancelled for bad weather, the assignments for that day will be moved to the next class day.

WHAT'S HAPPENING WHEN?

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

(Note: Please have readings done before class for which they are scheduled. Thanks!)