Our Social World + Sociologists in Action - 9781452205847

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Our Social World, Third Edition, Media Update is truly a coherent essay that inspires students to develop their sociological imaginations, to see the world and personal events from a new perspective, and to confront sociological issues on a day-to-day basis. This innovative and engaging text introduces the discipline of sociology to the contemporary student and provides an integrated, comprehensible framework from which to view the world. In each chapter, authors Jeanne H. Ballantine and Keith A. Roberts provide an organizing theme that is not exclusively tied to one theoretical paradigm to help students see relationships between topics. Our Social World, Third Edition, Media Update presents the perspective of students living in the larger global world.

Sociologists in Action provides vivid examples of how sociologists are using sociological tools to make a positive impact on our society. This one-of-a-kind book helps students better understand how their study of sociology can be put to good use in today's world. Each chapter is filled with stories from practicing sociologists that illustrate the two core commitments of sociology: using the sociological eye to notice social patterns and using social activism to address social issues. The exciting examples of sociologists in action bring the content of sociology to life for students and show them how they can make a positive impact on the world.