Synopsis
Introduction to Sociology 3e aligns to the topics and objectives of many introductory sociology courses. It is arranged in a manner that provides foundational sociological theories and contexts, then progresses through various aspects of human and societal interactions. The new edition is focused on driving meaningful and memorable learning experiences related to critical thinking about society and culture. The text includes comprehensive coverage of core concepts, discussions and data relevant to a diverse audience, and features that draw learners into the discipline in powerful and personal ways. Overall, Introduction to Sociology 3e aims to center the course and discipline as crucial elements for understanding relationships, society, and civic engagement; the authors seek to lay the foundation for students to apply what they learn throughout their lives and careers. The authors, reviewers, and the entire team worked to build understanding of the causes and impacts of discrimination and prejudice. Introduction to Sociology 3e contains dozens of examples of discrimination and its outcomes regarding social science, society, institutions, and individuals. The text seeks to strike a balance between confronting the damaging aspects of our culture and history and celebrating those who have driven change and overcome challenges. The core discussion of these topics are present in Chapter 11 on Race and Ethnicity, and Chapter 12 on Gender, Sex, and Sexuality, but their causes and effects are extensively discussed in the context of other topics, including education, law enforcement, government, healthcare, the economy, and so on. Together and when connected by an instructor, these elements have potential for deep and lasting effects. This is the official print version of this OpenStax textbook. OpenStax makes full-color and B&W paperback print copies available for students who prefer a hardcopy textbook to go with the free digital version of this OpenStax title. The textbook content is exactly the same as the OpenStax digital book. This textbook is available for free download at the OpenStax dot org website, but as many students prefer to study with hardcopy books, we offer affordable OpenStax textbooks for sale through Amazon as well as most campus bookstores.
About the Author
OpenStax course materials are the most widely used OER textbooks in the world. Always free in digital format, the books are also available low cost in full-color hardcover and B&W paperback print formats. Senior Contributing Authors: Tonja R. Conerly, San Jacinto College; Kathleen Holmes, Northern Essex Community College; Asha Lal Tamang, Minneapolis Community and Technical College & North Hennepin Community College. Contributing Authors: Jennifer Hensley, Vincennes University; Jennifer L. Trost, University of St. Thomas; Pamela Alcasey, Central Texas College; Kate McGonigal, Fort Hays State University; Heather Griffiths, Fayetteville State University; Nathan Keirns, Zane State College; Eric Strayer, Hartnell College; Tommy Sadler, Union University; Susan Cody-Rydzewski, Georgia Perimeter College; Gail Scaramuzzo, Lackawanna College; Sally Vyain, Ivy Tech Community College; Jeff Bry, Minnesota State Community and Technical College at Moorhead; Faye Jones, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.
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