Description
Write a 2- page examination of an issue in your field using each of the three sociological perspectives.
Demonstrate proficiency in the following course competency and assessment criteria:
• Competency 1: Examine how theory and sociological concepts apply to everyday life.
o Describe a current issue or event related to the learner's field.
o Examine an issue or event from the functionalist perspective.
o Examine an issue or event from the conflict perspective.
o Examine an issue or event from the symbolic interactionist perspective.
Articulates a relevant current issue or event related to the learner's field using scholarly sources. Examines an issue or event from the functionalist perspective, demonstrating a strong understanding of the links between the issue or event and functionalist theory, and uses concepts relevant to that perspective. Examines an issue or event from the conflict perspective, demonstrating a strong understanding of the links between the issue or event and conflict theory, using concepts relevant to that perspective. Examines the issue or event from the symbolic interactionist perspective, demonstrating a strong understanding of the links between the issue or event and symbolic interactionist theory and uses concepts relevant to that perspective.