Subject: Elective, Human Sciences

Sociology

Course Type: Standard High School

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Credits: 1.0

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Course Description

This course introduces the scientific study of society, also known as Sociology. The course introduces students to a range of basic sociological principles, from the origins of sociology as a discipline, to a variety of issues faced in everyday life. Specific issues examined are Ethnicity, Gender, Family, Education, Religion, Government, Economy, Health, and Illness.

Textbook: Sociology (Boundless CC BY-SA 4.0)

Course Objectives

Explore how Sociology contributes to an understanding of the social world.

Understand how patterns of thought and knowledge are influenced by social, political, and economic structures.

Understand how theories inform substantive areas of current sociological topics.

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Course Contents

Module TitleModule Topic(s)
Sociology
Sociological Research
Culture
Socialization
Social Interaction
Social Groups & Organization
Deviance, Social Control, & Crime
Global Stratification & Inequality
U.S. Stratification & Inequality
Race & Ethnicity
Gender Stratification & Inequality
Family
Education
Religion
Government
Economy
Population & Urbanization
Aging
Health & Illness
Social Change

Recommended Prerequisites

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Accreditation You Can Trust

Recognized & Respected Nationwide

At Excel High School, we are proud to be regionally accredited by Cognia, along with additional accreditations from NCA, SACS, NWAC, and the Middle States Association. Our programs meet the same rigorous standards as public schools, giving you the confidence of earning a well-respected diploma.

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Excel High School’s regionally accredited diploma is accepted by colleges and universities around the world. With our recognized accreditation, you can confidently pursue higher education wherever your journey takes you.