Introduction to Sociology
3 credits | Fully Online | Self-Paced (28 days–6 months)
Course Overview
Introduction to Sociology examines how social forces shape individual behavior, group interactions, and social institutions. Students explore key sociological concepts, theories, and research methods used to analyze patterns of social life, including culture, socialization, inequality, race and ethnicity, gender, family, education, religion, politics, and the economy.
Emphasis is placed on developing a sociological imagination—the ability to connect personal experiences to broader social structures—and applying sociological perspectives to contemporary social issues at local, national, and global levels.
$530 (Includes registration, textbook, and technology fees)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Explain core sociological concepts and theories, including major classical and contemporary perspectives.
Apply the sociological imagination to analyze how social structures influence individual and group experiences.
Identify and evaluate social institutions and their roles in shaping social behavior and social change.
Analyze patterns of social inequality, including those related to class, race, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality.
Interpret basic sociological research methods and data, including qualitative and quantitative approaches.
Critically assess contemporary social issues using sociological evidence and perspectives.
