Sociology one is an introduction to the discipline of sociology including basic concepts, principles and research techniques of sociology. It emphasizes the study of the structures and patterned social interaction including the analysis and explanation of society, human culture, social groups, social institutions, social structure, social stratification, social deviation, and social change.

Society: The Basics, 9th edition, by Macionis, (2007) published by Prentice Hall. The text is available at College of the Redwoods bookstore or by phone at (707) 476- 4130. Phone orders have no charge for shipping and handling but require a credit card payment. It is important for you to have the textbook before class begins.

It is very important that College of the Redwoods has your current email address. You can confirm or update your email address by going to WebAdvisor from the CR homepage, logon, and choose the "student" option. Click on address/phone/email update.

Your Computer Skills: Online courses require adequate computer skills. You should be able to navigate websites, open and download files, use a word processor and be able to convert files into rich text format, and submit files to Blackboard. Familiarity with Blackboard is recommended.

Computer Requirements: Most computers and internet providers are adequate. You will need the software and speakers (or headphones) to listen to brief lectures (although there will be a text transcript available). I would recommend broadband services through cable, DSL, or satellite providers. You need to have regular access to the internet at least twice a week for 15 weeks.

On or shortly after the first day of class go to the Blackboard login site at http://bb.redwoods.edu/ Username and password instructions are available at this site. After you login you will find a link to the class where you will receive detailed instructions on how to proceed. You must participate fully by the end of the first week (Sunday) or you may be dropped from the class.