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Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Soc Day 33 - Stereotypes, Hate Crimes, & Theories of Prejudice

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological construct.

Task:  We'll begin class by finishing our notes on race and ethnicity.  Specifically, we'll explore stereotypes, hate crimes, & prejudice.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class working on the genocide investigation.

Homework:
  • Thursday, May 22 - Race & ethnicity quiz
  • Tuesday, May 27 - Reflection outline due in class
  • Tuesday, June 3 - Reflection essay due in class
Reflection Essay:  Use your notes and class activities to write an essay reflecting on social class, gender, and race in America.  (See rubric for grading criteria)






Why is the "model minority myth" a problem?  This sketch simultaneously draws upon and challenges this mythology.
 

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