Discussion:
1. Social Change and Modernization
Compose a 200- to 300-word response to the following:
o Define social change. What are the key features of social change? Give four examples of social movements, current or past, and describe the key features of each movement.
o Define modernization. What are the key features of modernization? Give four examples of modernization and describe the key features in each example.
2. Future of Modernization Paper
Resource: Ch.in Society: The Basics; and the Online Library
Write a 1,050- to 1,750-word paper addressing the following questions:
o How does modernization manifest itself in U.S. society? Use one of the modern theorists introduced in Ch. as a basis for your response.
o Is modernization likely to continue in the U.S.? Explain your answer.
o Is modernization a world-wide trend?
o What are the consequences of modernization?
o Which theorist best reflects your perceptions of modernization?
Research the Online Library for information to support your answers. Try search terms such as "modernization trends" or "consequences of modernization."