Theories of Deviance and Techniques of Neutralization

Today we will continue our Introduction to Deviance by discussing the theories of why deviance occurs, and how people neutralize the deviant acts they commit.

Introduction to Deviance

Today we will begin our unit on deviance by ranking deviance activities (CP p.82). We will then begin learning some of the ideas ideas and terms by discussing the Introduction to Deviance powerpoint.

Socialization Test

Today you will take the Socialization Unit Test.

After the test, work on the Socialization Ted Talks assigned on Friday.

For homework, complete and upload the Socialization Ted Talks.

Review and Ted Talks

Today you have three options for how you would like to spend the class time today.

1. Make up any work you have missing from the unit.
2. Work on creating your note-sheet to review for the Socialization Unit Test. 
3. Begin the Socialization Ted Talks.  This assignment is due on turnitin.com by the start of class on Wed, 3/28. Because this test is a shorter one, you will likely also have time to work on this after the test on Mon/Tues.

Gender Socialization (continued)

Today we will continue our discussion of gender socialization by looking at some quotes from the trailer of Miss Representation.

We will then discuss the Gender Inequalities Powerpoint.

For homework, begin to review for the Socialization Unit Test. (Monday for 5th Period, Tuesday for 7th Period).

Gender Socialization in the 21st Century

Today, we will discuss the webquest. We will look at how children's toys have become more sexualized by looking at Toys Get Tarted Up

We will watch the trailer to the documentary Miss Representation.  Make a copy of the quotes from the trailer. Italicize 3 quotes that stand out to you

HW: Read and respond: What Boys Want - Respond including at least 2 specific examples from the article, and two specific examples your own experiences. Upload your response to turnitin.com by the start of the next class period.

Completing the Gender Webquest

Today in class, you will have work time on the Gender Webquest. It must be uploaded before the start of the next class period.

Gender Webquest

Today we will continue our discussion of gender socialization by completing a gender webquest.

Transgender Kids

Today we will be looking at a couple of transgender kids, and the culture in which they grow up.

• PBS HAWAII PRESENTS: A Place in the Middle
• 20:20 My Secret Self Complete Documentary

HW: Complete the Agents of Socialization Project, and bring headphones for class tomorrow.

Gender Socialization

Today we will begin discussing how your gender affects the way in which you are socialized: gender socialization.

HW: Work on your agents of socialization project.

Socialization by Age and Gender

In class last week, we talked about the nature / nurture debate. The Mixed Up Brothers of Bogota is one of the most interesting articles I have ever read on this topic. If you would like to read this article for up to 10 points extra credit, take detailed notes as you read. When you have finished the article, write a one paragraph response. This extra credit opportunity is due next Monday in class.

Today we will discuss "A Nation of Wimps" and begin our discussion of gender socialization.

For homework, read the article "Life, With Dementia (in Prison)" (CP p.74-76). Answer the questions on p.77 and be sure to include textual evidence.

Nature / Nurture and Birth Order

Today we will discuss the nature / nurture debate, and look at the role birth order plays in a person's socialization.

We will then read and discuss “Reframing how we see student self-concept” (CP p.64-65)

HW: Read: A Nation of wimps (CP p.66-72) and answer the following questions :

1. What are some examples of overparenting from the article?
2. What are some disadvantages to children of parents who over-parent?
3. What are some statements you agree / disagree with and why?
4. What are some examples of overparenting from yours or your friends' lives?
5. This article is 10 years old. Is it out of date? Explain why or why not.

Upload your answers to turnitin.com by the start of class on Monday

Scoring Temperament Surveys

Today we will continue discussing the aspects of temperament. considering the benefits and drawbacks of the extremes of each aspect (CP p.62).

We will then score the temperaments surveys you completed with your parents (CP p.53-57)

HW: Take notes on ebook pages 85-91.

Temperament

Today, we will go over an interview project you will be doing on the Agents of Socialization

We will discuss “Wild Child” and the impact of growing up in poverty.

In discussing socialization, we will go over the topic of temperament and take the quiz “Are you an introvert or an extrovert?” (p.60) After the introvert quiz, we will watch The Power of Introverts and answer and discuss questions (CP p. 61 ). If time remains, we will look at the other four aspects of Temperament

For homework:

1. You and one of your parents should each complete temperament survey about yourself. (CP p.54-55)
2. Work on setting up your interviews for the Agents of Socialization project

Introduction to Socialization

Today we will begin our unit on Socialization by attempting to understand the lessons of feral children, those who grow up without human interaction.

Watch "Wild Child: The Story of Feral Children" and take notes on CP p.52.

After the video, read Poverty, Neglect in Childhood Affect Brain Size (CP p.53)

1. Respond on a separate piece of paper to both the “Wild Child” video and the article. What is the connection between the two?

For homework due Tues., read and take notes on ebook p. 68-76.

Culture Unit Test

Today you will take the Culture Unit Test.

When you are done with the test, or for homework:
Read the article “Must Globalization Mean Sweatshop Labor?” (CP p.48) Answer the following three questions, using quotes from the article in your answers

1. Analyze sweatshops from a functionalist perspective 
2. Analyze sweatshops from a conflict perspective 
3. Which perspective do you find more persuasive for understanding sweatshop labor?

Upload your document to turnitin.