Kendall/Atkins's "Sociology In Our Times" 13th Edition introduces sociology through real-life stories, data and examples and discussion of topics such as the relationship between politics, economics and student protests. Sociology and Everyday Life boxes offer first-person perspectives on the chapter's themes, and You Can Make a Difference boxes provide examples on becoming involved in community and an engaged citizen of the world. Sociological Imagination in Action feature boxes and discussions on how sociological knowledge and skills can prepare you for many careers make this edition more relevant than ever. An engaging writing style, hands-on applications and a thorough presentation help you understand sociology's relevance to your own life and career. MindTap offers a clear, guided learning path that gives you the tools to stay engaged, think critically and succeed.
Part I: STUDYING SOCIETY AND SOCIAL LIFE.
1. The Sociological Perspective.
2. Sociological Research Process.
3. Culture.
4. Socialization.
Part II: SOCIAL GROUPS AND SOCIAL CONTROL.
5. Social Structure and Interaction in Everyday Life.
6. Groups and Organizations.
7. Deviance and Crime.
Part III: SOCIAL INEQUALITY.
8. Class and Stratification in the United States.
9 Global Stratification.
10. Race and Ethnicity.
11. Sex, Gender, and Sexuality.
12. Age and and Inequality Based on Age.
Part IV: SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS.
13. Families and Intimate Relationships.
14 Education.
15. Religion.
16. Politics and Government.
17. The Economy and Work.
18. Health, Healthcare, and Disability.
Part V: SOCIAL DYNAMICS AND SOCIAL CHANGE.
19. Population and Urbanization.
20. Collective Behavior, Social Movements, and Social Change.
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Diana Kendall
Diana Kendall is professor of sociology at Baylor University, where she has been recognized as an Outstanding Professor. She has taught a variety of courses, including Introduction to Sociology, Sociological Theory (undergraduate and graduate), Sociology of Medicine, Sociology of Law, and Race, Class and Gender. Previously, she enjoyed many years of teaching sociology and serving as chair of the Social and Behavioral Science Division at Austin Community College. Dr. Kendall's areas of specialization and primary research interests are sociological theory and the sociology of medicine. In addition to SOCIOLOGY IN OUR TIMES: THE ESSENTIALS, she is the author of THE POWER OF GOOD DEEDS: PRIVILEGED WOMEN AND THE SOCIAL REPRODUCTION OF THE UPPER CLASS (Rowman & Littlefield, 2002), MEMBERS ONLY: ELITE CLUBS AND THE PROCESS OF EXCLUSION (Rowman & Littlefield, 2008) and FRAMING CLASS: MEDIA REPRESENTATIONS OF WEALTH AND POVERTY IN AMERICA, 2nd Edition (Rowman & Littlefield, 2012). Her most recent scholarly publication is "Class: Still Alive and Reproducing in the United States", a book chapter in PRIVILEGE: A READER, 4th Edition (2016, Westview Press). Dr. Kendall is actively involved in national and regional sociological associations, including the American Sociological Association, the Society for the Study of Social Problems and the Southwestern Sociological Association. She received her Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin, where she was invited to membership in Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society.
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Laura Atkins
Laura C. Atkins is a professor of sociology at Jacksonville University where she is also Associate Dean for the College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Atkins is an advocate for student leadership and community engagement, and she directed the university’s service-learning program for fifteen years. In her new role as the university’s Quality Enhancement Plan Academic Director, she leads academic oversight of first-year seminar courses, diversity, equity and inclusion courses and experiential learning programs, which include internships, study abroad, undergraduate research and service-learning. During her academic career, Dr. Atkins has taught a variety of courses, including Social Action Capstone, Sociology of Community, Sociology of Organizations and Leadership, Research Methods, Environmental Sociology and Introduction to Sociology. Dr. Atkins’ scholarly work focuses on community, leadership and career preparation. She is also Co-PI on a National Science Foundation S-STEM grant, Project-Based Service Learning and Career-Training to Support Graduation and Career Readiness of Engineering and Computing Science Majors. Dr. Atkins is an active member of national and regional sociological associations, including Sociologists for Women in Society and the Southern Sociological Society. She earned her Ph.D. in sociology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Atkins is thrilled to join as co-author on the "Sociology in Our Times" and "Sociology in Our Times: The Essentials" product lines with Cengage.
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This new edition has a strengthened focus on sociological imagination with more examples and new The Sociological Imagination in Action feature boxes, which help instructors guide students in developing a better understanding of this important perspective.
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The 13th edition highlights how sociological knowledge and skills can prepare students for careers, both within and outside of the discipline of sociology, and has sociological insights regarding experiences with work woven throughout.
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MindTap includes new and revised auto-graded Check Your Understanding questions and End of Chapter Quizzes for every chapter, as well as new Sociology in Action assignments that ask students to create short videos and apply sociology concepts.
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This 13th edition features the latest scholarship in sociological theory and research, including the most currently available statistics on crime, demographics, health, the economy and more.
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Many visuals, including images and figures, have been refreshed for a more diverse and contemporary look to better engage students in their exploration of chapter material.
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The Sociology and Everyday Life chapter openers personalize topics by combining first-person commentaries with scholarship, media insights and policy considerations.
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You Can Make a Difference feature boxes help students learn how to become involved in their communities and become engaged citizens in the world.
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The text includes the best research work of classical as well as established contemporary sociologists -- including women and people of color -- and weaves an inclusive treatment of all people into its examination of sociology. The authors help students consider the significance of the interlocking nature of individuals' class, race, ethnicity, sex, gender and age in all aspects of social life.
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