Subverting a Subject: Marketing as Sociology
When I first stepped into my high school classroom as a marketing teacher, it felt like an ironic turn. I … Read More
Interview with Kyle Green
As part of our Teaching Theory Special Series, First Publics spoke to Dr. Kyle Green about his podcast … Read More
“Can We Still Come to Class If We Want To?”
In the Fall of 2024, I attempted to give students a “research day.” assuming they would appreciate the extra time … Read More
Sociology’s Problem-Solving Potential
In his 2004 presidential address to the American Sociological Association, Michael Burawoy called on professional sociologists to recognize that, … Read More
Fearing the Future: Reconsidering the Role of AI
I’ve recently reimagined an introductory sociology course into a digital sociology course that introduces students to social science research methods … Read More
Teaching the Sociological Multiverse
Teaching social theory is just plain fun. For me, it’s an opportunity to see our world in a multidimensional way. Read More
Constructive Conflict in Teaching Theory
As an academic, I am driven by the following commitments: liberatory knowledge, sharing power, and critical application. These values inform … Read More
AI in the Classroom
Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are rapidly transforming the current educational landscape, with students far outrunning faculty in their use of … Read More
Making Adopted Activities Work for You
Active learning is a growing trend in higher education for enhancing student engagement, but activities can take a lot … Read More
Engaging Elections: Political responsibility in the classroom
Many sociological topics provoke heated political debates that can affect classroom dynamics. A common narrative in the current political discourse … Read More