Writing Assignment Part 2 —- Sociology

Writing Assignment Part 2 —- Sociology

Week 5 Writing Assignment (Part 2) Submission

Complete the outline after you have done library / Internet research for evidence that bears on your hypothesis.  Provide information about all of the following components of the final paper: 

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<!–[if !supportLists]–>3. <!–[endif]–>Practical Implications. Discuss the value of sociological research into your issue.  Determine whether or not there are (or would be) practical implications of sociological inquiry into this issue. 

  1. Evidence. This is the most important part of the paper. Analyze  at least two (2) lines of evidence that pertain to the hypothesis that you are evaluating.  Does the evidence support your hypothesis? For each type of evidence, consider possible biases and alternative interpretations. 
  2. Conclusions. Draw conclusions based on the evidence that you have discovered. Does the evidence confirm or refute your hypothesis? Is the evidence sufficiently convincing to draw firm conclusions about your hypothesis?

For example, here is a generic example of what the headings of your possible outline might look like:

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<!–[if !supportLists]–>b. <!–[endif]–>Concept 1

<!–[if !supportLists]–>c. <!–[endif]–>Concept 2

<!–[if !supportLists]–>III. <!–[endif]–>Practical Implications. 

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<!–[if !supportLists]–>b. <!–[endif]–>Implications for employers

<!–[if !supportLists]–>c. <!–[endif]–>Implications for spouses of workaholics

  1. Evidence. 
    1. Line of evidence 1

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<!–[if !supportLists]–> iii. <!–[endif]–>Alternative explanations of what it means.

  1. Line of evidence 2

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  1. Conclusion(s):  All available evidence refutes the hypothesis, but there are alternative explanations. 

References: 

Baker, A. & Abel, E (2005)  Villagers reject modern attitudes about car washing.  International Journal of Sociology, 11, 12-57.  Retrieved from EBSCO-Host. 

Doe, J.  (2010, April 1)  Villagers retain traditional attitudes despite bombardment with western television.  The New York Times.  Retrieved from www.nytimes.com/village_update

Steiner, H. (2012, January 4)  Revolt against local ordinances in the village.  Time Magazine. pp. 14-15.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

  • Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; references must follow APA format. 

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

  • Evaluate the various methodologies for sociological research.
  • Apply the sociological perspective to a variety of socioeconomic and political problems.
  • Critically examine how society shapes individuals and how individuals shape society.
  • Use technology and information resources to research issues in sociology.
  • Write clearly and concisely about sociology using proper writing mechanics.

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Writing Assignment Overview

In this Assignment, you will consider a social issue that interests you. It could be human freedom, sexuality, deviance, crime, social mobility, poverty, education, aging, or another similar issue. Within that general issue, you will select a specific hypothesis to evaluate.  You will conduct library research to gather and critically evaluate evidence that bears on your hypothesis

This assignment is completed in four (4) stages that build on each other.  At each stage, you should keep the final stage in mind.  

Stage (and Week due)

Point Value

Description of Stage

Grading criteria

1 (Week 3)

50

Identifying the Hypothesis

Hypothesis is stated in a clear manner. 

2 (Week 5)

100

Outline and Preliminary List of References

Content is provided for each component of the paper.  A list of at least three (3) references is provided.

3 (Week 8)

120

Draft 1

Evaluated on content for each component, as well as writing skills, and use of citations and references.

4 (Week 10)

150

Final Version

Evaluated on content for each component, as well as writing skills, and use of citations and references.

In the final stage of this assignment, you will submit a three to five (3-5) page paper in which you:

  1. Specific Hypothesis. Introduce your paper by identifying the specific hypothesis you are evaluating in this paper. 
  2. Applicable Sociological Concepts. Identify the sociological theories and terminology from the text that apply to your social issue
  3. Practical Implications. Discuss the value of sociological research into your issue.  Determine whether or not there are (or would be) practical implications of sociological inquiry into this issue.  
  4. Evidence. This is the most important part of the paper.  Analyze  at least two (2) lines of evidence that pertain to the hypothesis you are evaluating.  Does the evidence support your hypothesis?  For each type of evidence, consider possible biases and alternative interpretations.  
  5. Conclusions. Draw conclusions based on the evidence that you have discovered. Does the evidence confirm or refute your hypothesis?  Is the evidence sufficiently convincing to draw firm conclusions about your hypothesis?  

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Part 1 Hypothesis (Made 35 of 50 points)

Homeless veterans are a serious issue that affects many U.S individuals, considering those Americans that fight for their country. Most individuals assume that the some controllable factors are major motives of homelessness like negative response or idleness to the job. Basically; there are some other key factors like distinctive military skills not demanded in the civilian culture, minimal income due to unemployment, shortage of affordable but safe housing and combat-related health issues that are creating a high risk for veterans to become homeless. These dilemmas are consequence of their arrival to civilian culture without realistic intermediary support or their military service.

Only made 35 out of 50 points due to:

Hypothesis is stated in a way that is not entirely clear.

Feedback:

You have a great topic but you do not have a hypothesis. Take what you have a put into a “if, then, because” statement.

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