Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Sociology
A very detailed look at the development of the field of sociology. Looks at its historical roots, the earliest sociologists, and explains major theories that it was based on, and theories and schools of thought that evolved from those....
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Sociology
Flexbooks 2.0 are interactive, customizable, digital textbooks. Flexbooks are standards-aligned. Flexi, a student tutor, is integrated into each book to guide you on your learning journey. Flexi can assist in learning, answer questions,...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Sociology: The Story of Sociology
Introductory module on human behavior and society. This section of the virtual course introduces students to the principles and perspective of Sociology.
Science Struck
Science Struck: The Importance of Sociology and How It Affects You
Learn what sociology teaches us about different aspects of society and what the different sub-disciplines within sociology are.
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Understanding Society: Sociology as a Social Science Discipline
The unique nature of contemporary sociology as being innately interdisciplinary is discussed, and why this diversity is a good thing. Written by philosopher Daniel Little.
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New York University: Introduction to Sociology: The Field of Sociology
Explains what sociology is, what sociologists focus on, and its history.
Quia
Quia: Sociology Hangman
Identify the sociology terms that all begin with capital letters in this interactive game.
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Hartford Institute for Religion Research: The Sociological Study of Religion
A resource site for examining religion from a sociological perspective. Includes links to articles, websites, and to academics working in the field.
Lumen Learning
Lumen: Boundless Sociology: Sociological Theories and Global Inequality
Explains sociological theories and global inequality.
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The Knight Reaction: Sociological Perspectives on Mass Media
Examines the impact mass media is having on societies through the lenses of three sociological theories - Functionalism, Interactionism, and Conflict Theory. (Published: August 30, 2010)
OpenStax
Open Stax: Introduction to Sociology: Theoretical Perspectives on Deviance
Why does social deviance occur? Read about three theories that are grouped according to the three major sociological paradigms: functionalism, symbolic interactionism, and conflict theory.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Sociology of Participation
Read the passage "Sociology of Participation" and then complete the six-question quiz.
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Sociology Guide: Introduction to Sociology: Development of Sociology
Describes how the field of sociology evolved and some early, influential sociologists.
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Cape Sociology: Sociology, Culture and Identity: Sociology the Discipline
Introduces a learning module and explains what the field of sociology is.
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Uk Essays: The Development of Sociology as a Discipline
The history of sociology is described, with a look at major sociologists who influenced its development.
Lumen Learning
Lumen: Boundless Sociology: Role of Socialization
Humans need guidance and practice in socializing to comprehend the significance of understanding social norms, values, beliefs, and behaviors in an effort to fit into society in a socially acceptable way. Complete a reading, quiz and...
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American Sociological Association: Presidents: Robert Ezra Park
A detailed profile of Robert Ezra Park (1864 - 1944), an influential sociologist who was at one time the president of the American Sociological Association.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Sociology: Socialization
Sociology instructional unit on socialization. Students learn theories about human behavior and self development through audio, text, and instructional activities. Links to supplemental reading.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Social Change: Sociology
Learning module in Sociology on what leads to social change. Site offers theoretical perspectives and case scenarios. Instruction through informational text, video, and questions for review.
University of Michigan
Automobile in American Life and Society: Sociological Department
Read a brief description of the purpose of the Sociological Department of Ford Motor Company as it tried to improve the living conditions of employees of the company.
Other
Edu.learnsoc.org: Sociology as an Academic Discipline
The roots of sociology and how the discipline developed are described, as well as the diversity of specializations in the field today. Provides a chart comparing its perspective to those of other social science fields. Also, describes...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Social Inequality: Sociology
Comprehensive learning module on social inequality. Course examines inequality of race, gender, ethnicity and age. Students navigate through informational text, activities, assignments, review and assessment. Links to further reading and...
Trinity University
Trinity University: Social Psychology
This site examines the overlap between the behavioral sciences (psychology and sociology). It compares the approaches of psychologists and sociologists in researching behavior. An outline of the areas examined in social psychology is...
Science Struck
Science Struck: Examples of Sociological Imagination
Learn what is meant by sociological imagination and how you might apply it in your personal life. Includes examples illustrating how it is applied in sociology.
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