Connections
Answer the question: “why are sociologists underrepresented in the world of public policy?” with Josh McCabe in his recent ASA Footnote.
“If we truly believe sociology is a valuable tool for making sense of the world, then we should trust that it can thrive beyond traditional academic spaces.” See the full blog post on sociology major career paths by Yolanda Wiggins via Contexts.
Teaching theory next semester? Check out this Teaching Sociology piece by Dromi and Stabler on an exercise that “aims to facilitate a deeper appreciation of the relationship between sociological theorizing and the pursuit of the common good.”
This video from ASA’s Sociological Insights Video Series features Sara Goldrick-Rab discussing how many undergraduate students face food insecurity and even homelessness while getting their degree.
This short article by Nora Waitkus that explores how Marx, Weber, and Bourdeiu thought about wealth inequality would be a great read for students in Introductory and Social Problems courses!
As instructors, we are always looking for creative and engaging ways to help Intro students understand sociological concepts. Check out this piece by Evan Stewart that demonstrates how showing the documentary “Hamburger America,” helps students see how different social arrangements can emerge without the systematizing force of bureaucracy.
Timely podcast episode of “Give Theory a Chance” with guest Neil McLaughlin, reflecting on the value of Erich Fromm’s work in this current political moment as well as the lessons sociologists can learn about the possibilities and pitfalls of communicating to the larger public!
In this live-streamed podcast episode/video from The Annex Sociology Podcast, Casey Jakubowski and Chea Lynn Parton discuss the joys and challenges of teaching rural students.
Check out this Teaching Sociology article by Matthew Mitchell and colleagues reflecting on teaching sociological theory through play!
This podcast episode of “Give Theory a Chance” focuses on the work of Patricia Hill Collins — it would be a great addition for many different sociology courses!
Answer the question: “why are sociologists underrepresented in the world of public policy?” with Josh McCabe in his recent ASA Footnote.
“If we truly believe sociology is a valuable tool for making sense of the world, then we should trust that it can thrive beyond traditional academic spaces.” See the full blog post on sociology major career paths by Yolanda Wiggins via Contexts.
Teaching theory next semester? Check out this Teaching Sociology piece by Dromi and Stabler on an exercise that “aims to facilitate a deeper appreciation of the relationship between sociological theorizing and the pursuit of the common good.”
This video from ASA’s Sociological Insights Video Series features Sara Goldrick-Rab discussing how many undergraduate students face food insecurity and even homelessness while getting their degree.
This short article by Nora Waitkus that explores how Marx, Weber, and Bourdeiu thought about wealth inequality would be a great read for students in Introductory and Social Problems courses!
As instructors, we are always looking for creative and engaging ways to help Intro students understand sociological concepts. Check out this piece by Evan Stewart that demonstrates how showing the documentary “Hamburger America,” helps students see how different social arrangements can emerge without the systematizing force of bureaucracy.
Timely podcast episode of “Give Theory a Chance” with guest Neil McLaughlin, reflecting on the value of Erich Fromm’s work in this current political moment as well as the lessons sociologists can learn about the possibilities and pitfalls of communicating to the larger public!
In this live-streamed podcast episode/video from The Annex Sociology Podcast, Casey Jakubowski and Chea Lynn Parton discuss the joys and challenges of teaching rural students.
Check out this Teaching Sociology article by Matthew Mitchell and colleagues reflecting on teaching sociological theory through play!
This podcast episode of “Give Theory a Chance” focuses on the work of Patricia Hill Collins — it would be a great addition for many different sociology courses!