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Sociological Aspects of Deviance Sociology 2210/Spring 2021 TTH- 12:45 - 2:05 Lazenby 021

Jeffrey Stotik, Ph.D. [email protected] Office- Townshend 102 Phone- 614-292-7010 Office Hours- MF- 10:00-12:00 (via Zoom) Course Description This course is an introduction to sociological aspects of deviance. Deviance will be examined as a conceptual category that is socially constructed by interaction and reactions to certain types of behavior. As such, we will examine the processes and social agencies that define, detect, and sanction deviant behavior. Formal theories of deviance will be explored, and attitudes, behaviors, and characteristics of deviants examined. Required Reading: Thio, Taylor, and Schwartz. 2019. Deviant Behavior. Pearson.

Course Requirements and Policies There will be 4 short answer tests, weekly discussion forum, and an analytical essay/paper. The tests will consist of 10 short answer questions worth 5 points each for a total of 50 pts. (4 tests- 200 points) Each test will be posted on Carmen. You will have a week to complete each test; each test will be timed and will have to completed in one sitting. Each test will be available on a Thursday and be due the following Thursday. Each week I will post a discussion question on Carmen. You will post a response as well as 1 response to what another student has posted. (2 discussion

responses/week) Each response is worth 5 points for a total of 10 points/week (10 weeks- 100 points). Each response should at least be a short paragraph. In other words, don’t just post something like “I agree.” Each response should be thoughtful and respectful. Address the topic without any animosity towards others. Each discussion question will be available on Thursday and all responses are due the following Thursday. The paper will be 4 doubled-spaced pages and submitted on Carmen. It will involve selecting a type of deviance and analyzing/explaining it using one of the theories covered in the textbook and class. More details will be posted on Carmen. The paper is worth 50 points.

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* Each student is expected to attend class and complete required readings * Please let me know beforehand if you are going to miss a class/assignment * You are expected to be respectful of everyone in the class Grading 4 Tests/50 pts. Each- 200 points Discussion Forum- 100 points Analytical Paper- 50 points Total- 350 points

Grading Scale A 93-100% A- 90-92 B+ 87-89 B 83-86 B- 80-82 C+ 77-79 C 73-76 C- 70-72 D+ 67-69 D 60-66 E Less than 60

Tentative Reading and Assignment Schedule Jan. 12- Introduction Jan. 14- Definition/Perspectives (Ch. 1) Jan. 19-21- Positivist Theories (Ch. 2) Jan. 26-28- Constructionist Theories (Ch. 3) Feb. 2-4- Physical Violence (Ch. 4)- Test 1 Due Feb. 9-11- Sexual Violence (Ch.5) Feb. 16-18- Family Violence (Ch. 6) Feb. 25- Suicide (Ch. 7) Mar. 2-4- Mental Disorders (Ch. 8)- Test 2 Due Mar. 9-11- Heterosexual Deviance (Ch.9) Mar. 16-18- Targets of Stigma (Ch.10) Mar. 23-25- Drug Use (Ch. 12)- Test 3 Due Mar. 30- Alcohol (Ch. 13) Apr. 6-8- Privileged Deviance (Ch.14)- Paper Due Apr. 13-15- Underprivileged Deviance (Ch. 15) Apr. 20-22- Internet Deviance (Ch. 11) Apr. 27- Final (Test 4) Due

Sociology 2210 also qualifies as a Social Science: Individuals and Groups course, which has the following goals and has three expected learning outcomes: Students understand the systematic study of human behavior and cognition; the structure of human societies, cultures and institutions, and the processes by which individuals, groups, and societies interact, communicate, and use human, natural, and economic resources.

1. Students understand the theories and methods of social scientific inquiry as they apply to the study of individuals and groups. 2. Students understand the behavior of individuals, differences and similarities in social and cultural contexts of human existence, and the processes by which groups function. 3. Students comprehend and assess individual and group values and their importance in social problem solving and policy making. The course strives to meet these goals through critical writing assignments, instruction, and in-class discussion.

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Updated Disability Statement The university strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. In light of the current pandemic, students seeking to request COVIDrelated accommodations may do so through the university’s request process, managed by Student Life Disability Services. If you anticipate or experience academic barriers based on your disability (including mental health, chronic, or temporary medical conditions), please let me know immediately so that we can privately discuss options. To establish reasonable accommodations, I may request that you register with Student Life Disability Services. After registration, make arrangements with me as soon as possible to discuss your accommodations so that they may be implemented in a timely fashion. SLDS contact information: [email protected]; 614-292-3307; slds.osu.edu; 098 Baker Hall, 113 W. 12 Avenue. th

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possession of unauthorized materials during an examination. Ignorance of the University’s Code of Student Conduct is never considered an “excuse” for academic misconduct, so I recommend that you review the Code of Student Conduct and, specifically, the sections dealing with academic misconduct. If I suspect that a student has committed academic misconduct in this course, I am obligated by University Rules to report my suspicions to the Committee on Academic Misconduct. If COAM determines that you have violated the University’s Code of Student Conduct (i.e., committed academic misconduct), the sanctions for the misconduct could include a failing grade in this course and suspension or dismissal from the University. If you have any questions about the above policy or what constitutes academic misconduct in this course, please contact me. Other sources of information on academic misconduct (integrity) to which you can refer include: The Committee on Academic Misconduct web pages (oaa.osu.edu/coam/home.html) Ten Suggestions for Preserving Academic Integrity (oaa.osu.edu/coam/tensuggestions.html) Eight Cardinal Rules of Academic Integrity (www.northwestern.edu/uacc/8cards.html)...