The first authoritative yet accessible guide to this broad and popular topic Sociology is the study of human and societal interaction, and because society is constantly changing, sociology will always remain a crucial and relevant subject. Sociology For Dummies helps you understand this complex field, serving as the ideal study guide both when you're deciding to take a class as well as when you are already participating in a course. <ul>
<li>Provides a general overview of what sociology in as well as an in-depth look at some of the major concepts and theories</li> <li>Offers examples of how sociology can be applied and its importance to everyday life</li> </ul>
Avoiding jargon, Sociology For Dummies will get you up to speed on this widely studied topic in no time.

Sociology For Dummies

Politics & Social Sciences

Gabler, Jay

Sociology

For Dummies

Product Description 
Understand how society works―and how to make it betterIt’s impossible to exist in the contemporary world without being aware that powerful social forces, ideas, and movements―#MeToo, climate change, and Black Lives Matter to name just a few―are having far-reaching impacts on how we think and live. But why are they happening? And what are their likely effects? The new edition of Sociology For Dummies gives you the tools to step back from your personal experience and study these questions objectively, testing the observable phenomena of the human world against established theories and making usable sense of the results.In a friendly, jargon-free style, sociologist and broadcaster Jay Gabler introduces you to sociology’s history and basic methods, and―once you have your sociological lens adjusted―makes it clear how to survey the big questions of culture, gender, ethnicity, religion, politics, and crime with new eyes. You’ll find everything you need to succeed in an introductory sociology class, as well as to apply sociological ideas to give you extra insight into your personal and professional life. \nGet a working knowledge of Sociology 101 
Understand how human communities work 
Engage more deeply with debates on social justice, healthcare, and more 
Interpret and use sociological methods and research\nWhether you’re studying sociology at school or just want to gain deeper insight into our collective life, Sociology For Dummies gives you the tools to understand the mechanisms of the human world―and the knowledge to influence how they work for the better. 
 From the Inside Flap 
Explore how humans interact in a world of constant change 
Although we each live different lives, we’re all dancing to the same social tune. Climate change, political protests, Black Lives Matter—these movements are shaping society today. Why are they happening? How are they changing us? How can we create the world we want? Sociology For Dummies will help you untangle these big questions and train yourself to think like a sociologist. It’s a perfect study-buddy for your intro to sociology class, or you can let it be your professor if you’re sociology-curious. Learn to understand the patterns in the world around you! 
Inside… \nEquality and diversity in the 2020s Why groups do what they do How sociologists do research Meet the big names in sociology Culture, social mores, and values Who’s responsible for change? Learn how organizations work Better understand your life \nFrom the Back Cover 
Explore how humans interact in a world of constant change 
Although we each live different lives, we’re all dancing to the same social tune. Climate change, political protests, Black Lives Matter―these movements are shaping society today. Why are they happening? How are they changing us? How can we create the world we want? Sociology For Dummies will help you untangle these big questions and train yourself to think like a sociologist. It’s a perfect study-buddy for your intro to sociology class, or you can let it be your professor if you’re sociology-curious. Learn to understand the patterns in the world around you! 
Inside… \nEquality and diversity in the 2020s Why groups do what they do How sociologists do research Meet the big names in sociology Culture, social mores, and values Who’s responsible for change? Learn how organizations work Better understand your life \nAbout the Author 
Jay Gabler, PhD is a writer and editor living in Minneapolis. He has authored or coauthored several books and sociological research studies, including Reconstructing the University. He works as a digital producer at The Current (a service of Minnesota Public Radio) and holds three graduate degrees from Harvard University.

Social Sciences

Sociology For Dummies helps you understand the complex field of sociology, serving as the ideal study guide both when you're deciding to take a class as well as when you are already participating in a course. Avoiding jargon, Sociology For Dummies will get you up to speed on this widely studied topic in no time. Sociology For Dummies, UK Edition: <ul>
<li>Provides a general overview of what sociology is as well as an in-depth look at some of the major concepts and theories. </li> <li>Offers examples of how sociology can be applied and its importance to everyday life </li> <li>Features an in-depth look at social movements and political sociology </li> <li>Helps you discover how to conduct sociological research </li> <li>Offers advice and tips for thinking about the world in an objective way </li> </ul>

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Sociology For Dummies

Sociology For Dummies

Sociology For Dummies