Our Social World + the Mcdonaldization of Society5

by Ballantine, Jeanne H.; Roberts, Keith A.; Ritzer, George

• ISBN13: 9781412962599
• ISBN10: 1412962595
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2008-01-04
• Publisher: Pine Forge Pr

Summary

Order this DISCOUNTED BUNDLE, and your students save!  Our Social World: Introduction to Sociology introduces the discipline of sociology to the contemporary student and provides an integrated, comprehensible framework from which to view the world. In each chapter, authors Jeanne H. Ballantine and Keith A. Roberts provide an organizing theme that is not exclusively tied to one theoretical paradigm to help students see relationships between topics. Our Social World presents the perspective of students living in the larger global world.Key Features: Offers a strong global focus: A global perspective is integrated into each chapter to encourage students to think of global society as a logical extension of their own micro world. Illustrates the practical side of sociology: Boxes highlight careers and volunteer opportunities for those with a background in sociology as well as policy issues that sociologists influence. Encourages critical thinking: This book provides various research strategies and illustrates concrete examples of the method being used to help students develop a more sophisticated epistemology. Presents 'œThe Social World Model' in each chapter: This organizing framework helps students understand the interrelatedness of core concepts. Accompanied by High Quality Ancillaries: Instructor''s Resources on CD-ROM are available to all adopters. Contact us for more information Student study site at www.pineforge.com/ballantinestudy This study site includes e-Flashcards to reinforce key concepts, self-quizzes, web exercises, NPR''s This American Life radio segments, and more. Free online access to the 21st Century Sociology: A Reference Handbook to adopters of Our Social World: Plus guides to using that Handbook in conjunction with Our Social World in the classroom - preview them by clicking here !IRCDs are available for qualified instructors only. To request an IRCD for this book please contact Customer Care at 1.800.818.7243 (6 am ' 5 pm Pacific Time) or by emailing [e-mail] with course name and enrollment and your university mailing address to expedite the process.Choose OUR SOCIAL WORLD and a portion of royalties automatically go towards the new SAGE Pine Forge Scholarship! SAGE and Pine Forge Press have developed a Scholarship Fund in partnership with the American Sociological Association, participating authors, and regional sociological societies to defray costs for graduate students and untenured faculty (by amounts of $1000 each) who wish to attend the ASA's annual pre-conference on Preparing Future Faculty .JUST PUBLISHED AND ALREADY IN THE CLASSROOM! Some of the many universities already using Our Social World : The Ohio State University, Ball State University , Austin Peay State University , Florida Atlantic University, and more!Intended Audience: This is an ideal text for undergraduate courses in introductory sociology such as Introduction to Sociology and Principles of Sociology.   As one of the most noteworthy and popular sociology books of all time, The McDonaldization of Society demonstrates the power of the sociological imagination to today's readers in a way that few other books have. A major effort has been made in The McDonaldization of Society 5 to update many examples to speak relevantly to today's student. This engaging book, sure to spark debate both in and out of the classroom, connects the everyday world of the 'œtwenty-something' consumer with sociological analysis.New to McDonaldization 5 Presents a new concluding chapter on Starbuckization: A new Chapter 10 titled 'œThe Starbuckization of Society?' examines the Starbucks phenomenon in relation to McDonaldization. Links pop culture to McDonaldization with contemporary examples: Updated examples include online dating services, Viagra, MDMA (Ecstasy), text messaging, Chipotle, Pollo Campero, extreme sports, robotic surgery with the Da Vinci system, Snack Wraps, megachurches, and more. Features an increased focus on globalization: Global issues are more prevalent throughout this edition, particularly in the discussion of the relationship between McDonaldization and the environment in Chapter 7. Looks at precursors and future possibilities of McDonaldization: A revised Chapter 2 combines a discussion of the precursors of McDonaldization and content on dealing with contemporary changes in, and future possibilities of, a McDonaldized world.Ancillaries An Instructor's Resource CD-ROM features PowerPoint presentations, suggested essay questions and activities, video resources, teaching tips, an interview with the author, and more A student study site at www.pineforge.com/mcdonaldizationstudy5 includes interviews with the author, Learning from SAGE Journal Articles, student activities, and more IRCDs are available for qualified instructors only. To request an IRCD for this book please contact Customer Care at 1.800.818.7243 (6 am ' 5 pm Pacific Time) or by emailing [e-mail] with course name and enrollment and your university mailing address to expedite the process.