Two Separate discussion post to be completed separately:
Discussion 1
Your initial discussion thread is and you have until to respond to your classmates. Your grade will reflect both the quality of your initial post and the depth of your responses. Reference the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for guidance on how your discussion will be evaluated.
Social Movements
Social movements can change the world. After reading Chapter 12 of the text,Sociology: Beyond Common Sense, and the article, Sociology and Social Movements, discuss the social movements that have been noted in the United States in the last decade. Moreover, discuss what implications those movements have had on today's culture. Finally, hypothesize what current social movements could transform the future of the world.
Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length. Support your claims with examples from required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references. Respond to at least two of your classmates' posts by Day 7
Discussion 2
Your initial discussion thread is due on Day 3 (Thursday) and you have until Day 7 (Monday) to respond to your classmates. Your grade will reflect both the quality of your initial post and the depth of your responses. Reference the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for guidance on how your discussion will be evaluated.
Social Change
The future of the world is uncertain. In fact, there are those who predict a wonderful world where technology and creativity provide a good quality of life for most people, while others predict a world of competition, conflict, and strife. Read Chapter 12 of the text, Sociology: Beyong Common Sense, and the article, The Digital Divide and What to Do About It.
Then, watch the video Wade Davis: Dreams From Endangered Cultures. After reading and viewing the required resources, use the sociological theories provided throughout the text to explain why these polar opposites could both occur, and what needs to happen for peace and prosperity to result. In your answer, be sure to offer an explanation of what the digital divide is and why it matters.
Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length. Support your claims with examples from required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references. Respond to at least two of your classmates' posts by Day 7.
The course text should be used for both discussions , if not the handshake will be null/void
Reference:
Vissing, Y. (2011). Introduction to sociology. San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Education, Inc.