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Roberts, Keith A. – Teaching Sociology, 1993
Asserts that the literature on the use of writing in sociology ignores a systematic view of how writing relates to the discipline of sociology. Examines C. Wright Mills' concept of "sociological imagination." Provides suggestions for teachers who require student writing and seek to help student become better writers. (CFR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Higher Education, Social Scientists, Sociology
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Kamali, Ali – Teaching Sociology, 1991
Provides advice for constructing an activity log directing students in writing a sociology term paper. Includes topic selection, outline, critical thinking, information gathering, analysis of findings, and completing a semifinal draft. Recommends that each step have a firm due date to reduce procrastination. Suggests that sequencing activities…
Descriptors: Evaluative Thinking, Higher Education, Outlining (Discourse), Research Papers (Students)
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Trepagnier, Barbara – Teaching Sociology, 2004
After several years of teaching Sociological Thought--an upper division course that focuses on classical, modern, and contemporary sociological theories--the author came across the idea of student portfolios. As a consequence, the course has undergone far-reaching changes. The content remains relatively intact; however, today the theory course…
Descriptors: Portfolios (Background Materials), Portfolio Assessment, Sociology, Teaching Methods