Soc Day 14 - Stratification

Objective:  Analyze the impact of stratification and social class on society.

Task:  To begin our exploration of stratification we'll watch Dr. Seuss' "The Sneetches."  Then, we'll begin our notes on stratification.  Next, we'll consider the hidden rules of social class.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, you'll work with your group on the discussion circles.

Article Discussion Assignments:

• "The Uses of Poverty" - Sean, Jimmy, Keenen
• "Nickel-and-Dimed" - Bridget, Janie, Hope
• "Moving Up From the Working Class" - Brian, Mark, Liz
• "Uses of Global Poverty" - Rowan, Brendan 

Homework:

• TODAY  - Social stratification vocabulary due
• Thursday, February 19 - Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Friday, February 20 - Article discussion for "Uses of Poverty"
• Friday, February 20 - Summary & discussion questions for "Nickel-and-Dimed" and "Moving Up From the Working Class" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Monday, February 23- Article discussion for "Nickel-and-Dimed"
• Monday, February 23 - Article discussion for "Moving Up From the Working Class"
• Tuesday, February 24- Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Global Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, February 25 - Article discussion for 'The Uses of Global Poverty"
• Thursday, February 26 - Discussion "Is There a Better Way to Fight Terrorism?" (Freakonomics, 2/13/2015)