Arizona State University Online Course on Introduction to Sociology

Arizona State University is offering free online course on Introduction to Sociology. This eight-course provides an understanding of how the formation and longevity of a society is possible when its members are diverse in their values, beliefs, preferences and agendas.
In this sociology course, you will learn about the social processes groups of all sizes follow to form, function and evolve over time. The course will start on June 11, 2018.



Course At A Glance
  Length: 8 weeks
Effort: 18 hours/week
Subject: Social Sciences
Institution: Arizona State University and edx
Languages: English
Level: Introductory
Price: Free. Add a Verified Certificate for $50
Certificate Available: Yes
Session: Course Starts on June 11, 2018


Why Take This Course?
Applicants will learn how sociology applies to your everyday life and helps you better communicate and understand people and your environment.
This MOOC will be offered with Video Transcripts. Applicants can get a personalized, digital and printed certificate.
Learning Outcomes
  • Basic sociological theories and concepts
  • How sociology applies to everyday life and current events
  • Enhance your critical thinking and writing skills
  • Become more knowledgeable about and accepting of people who look different than you and have differing beliefs, opinions and perspectives
  • Improve your professional and personal communication skills

Instructors
Lisa Grey Whitaker
Lisa is a Lecturer in the School of Social and Family Dynamics at Arizona State University. She earned her BA in Sociology from ASU in 1974. her MA and Ph.D. from Stanford University in 1975 and 1979, respectively.
Requirements
Prerequisites: None
Eligibility:
  • Learner must enroll in the Verified Certificate option to be eligible for credit upon completion of the course.
  • Learner must abide to all course and academic integrity policies throughout the entire course.
  • Learner must receive a passing grade of a C or better in the course

https://www.edx.org/course/introduction-sociology-asux-soc101x#!


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