Assignment
08
SO115Essentials of Sociology
Directions: Be sure to make an
electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College
for grading. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and
be sure to use correct English spelling and grammar. Sources must be
cited in APA format. Your response should be four (4) pages in length;
refer to the “Assignment Format” page for specific format
requirements.
Respond to this
topic using a five-paragraph format. The
lead paragraph should state your position on the topic and preview the points
you intend to address. Paragraphs 2, 3,
and 4, are your body paragraphs. Each should address one of the three key
points or topics you want to discuss and evaluate. The final paragraph should restate your
thesis and review the points you’ve made in the body paragraphs.
TOPIC: Utilizing
information provided by your text regarding the three theoretical positions
(structural-functionalism, conflict theory, and the symbolic-interactionist
perspective) on the sociology of religion, write an essay, following the
instructions above. First, summarize each of the three perspectives. Then,
compare and contrast the basic underlying assumptions of each position.
Note: There is no
absolute “right answer” to this essay. It’s up to you to apply your critical
thinking to the author’s argument. It’s up to you to decide whether or not the
author of the essay has successfully supported her thesis.
Grading Rubric
Please
refer to the rubric on the next page for the grading criteria for this
assignment.
