WRITING ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS

For each sociological reflection, you will write a 750-word essay on a topic of your choice based on the instructions found below. No matter the topic, be sure to apply sociological concepts and support your ideas with sound reasoning. Your main source for this assignment is the course textbook (Introduction to Sociology, 3rd Canadian edition, by William Little). You may cite other credible sources for your reflections, but this is not a requirement.

INSTRUCTIONS

Choose a sociological concept or theory you have learned about in class or from the textbook. Be sure you understand the definition of the concept or theory and how it has been applied in sociology. Next, think about how you can apply this concept or theory to a real life situation, experience, or issue you care about. How does the concept/theory help you think about this issue sociologically? How does it help you make the connection between personal troubles and public issues? In what way does the sociological concept/theory help you understand this experience or issue differently than before?

FORMATTING

Write your reflections in Times New Roman, 12-point font, using normal margin widths, and double-spacing. Your paper should include a title page with your name, student number, the name of the course and the date. Be sure to include page numbers, starting with the first page after the title page

present your essay using the following basic structure:

1.  Introduction: Present your topic in general terms, explaining why the concept/issue you have chosen to explore is interesting and important. At the end of the introduction,

present your main argument (thesis statement) in a clear sentence.

2.  Key sociological concept and aspect of social reality: Present the sociological concept/theory you wish to explore by providing a clear definition and explaining how sociologists have applied this idea to the social world. Use the course textbook as your source, quoting from it or citing it as appropriate using APA formatting. Briefly explain

the aspect of social reality you have chosen for your reflection: a personal experience, a cultural artefact (a song, TV show/episode, movie, online content), or your own observations of social life.